Mortgage Loan Officer - Outside Sales

Value Proposition

Our values define us and our culture inspires us to change lives for the better. Our employees are the heart and soul of our company, and every success we experience begins with them. Together we are committed to making a positive impact in our  local communities. We champion a culture of continuous learning, work-life integration, and inclusion. We promote a digitally enabled work environment to continuously enhance the experience of our employees and customers.

Overview

This is a remote, commissioned career opportunity that can be based out of Hampton Roads or Central VA. 

Works with prospective customers to assist them in identifying and securing a mortgage loan that is appropriate for their individual financial circumstances and is designed to help them achieve their financial goals, including home ownership. Spends 80% or more of working time outside of Fulton office locations building relationships and soliciting first mortgages with realtors, builders, accountants and other external referral sources to obtain mortgage loan applications. Requires employee to cultivate self-generated prospects to generate origination of mortgage loans.

Responsibilities

• Develops and expands referral sources outside of Fulton Bank in order to solicit first mortgages and create a continual stream of origination volume. Maintains regular contact with Realtors in their offices and on site at open house events. Meets with builders on job sites to discuss lending options related to clients they have building homes. Regularly seeks opportunities to meet with developers. Participates in building and trade shows. Participates in mixers related to real estate where relationships can continue to be built and new ones can be developed. Maintains regular contact and meets with external centers of influence such as attorneys, accountants, and financial advisors.
• Collects and analyzes applicant’s financial information to determine whether the applicant and the property qualify for a particular loan. Interviews applicants and provides required information, including income, assets, investments, debt, credit history, prior bankruptcies, judgments, and liens, as well as characteristics of property and similar information. Identifies customer’s needs in conjunction with customer’s financial situation and evaluates those needs in relation to available financial products. Recommends the financial products which best meet the customer’s specific needs after advising customer about the risks and benefits of the loan alternatives, including the options and advantages involved. Recommends terms and conditions of mortgage loans.
• Engages in customer specific persuasive sales activity to encourage potential customers to do business with Fulton Mortgage Company.
• Performs work related to the loans the employee originates. Obtains and analyzes pertinent financial and credit data. Follows current loans to ensure conformity with terms. Follows up with prospective customers via telephone and email communication. Completes paperwork related to the loans originated. Prepares materials needed to support loan activities. Attends company meetings as necessary. Ensures loan originations are in accordance with regulatory compliance. Ensures documentation is completed in accordance with regulatory compliance. Communicates with all applicable parties on an ongoing basis to ensure understanding of the mortgage lending process.

Qualifications

Required Education

High School Diploma or equivalent. 

Required Experience

1 or more years Recent residential mortgage lending experience to include experience in the local market.

1 or more years Proven ability to develop referral sources from contacts and relationships outside the organization. 

 Other Duties as Assigned by Manager

This role may perform other job duties as assigned by the manager. Each employee of the Organization, regardless of position, is accountable for reading, understanding and acting on the contents of all Company-assigned and/or job related Compliance Programs, regulations and policies and procedures, as well as ensure that all Compliance Training assignments are completed by established due dates.  This includes but is not limited to, understanding and identifying compliance risks impacting their department(s), ensuring compliance with applicable laws or regulations, and escalating compliance risks to the appropriate level of management.

Pay Transparency

This position is fully commissioned.

Benefits

Additionally, as part of our Total Rewards program, Fulton Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This includes medical plans with prescription drug coverage; flexible spending account or health savings account depending on the medical plan chosen; dental and vision insurance; life insurance; 401(k) program with employer match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan; paid time off programs including holiday pay and paid volunteer time; disability insurance coverage and maternity and parental leave; adoption assistance; educational assistance and a robust wellness program with financial incentives. To learn more about your potential eligibility for these programs, please visit Benefits & Wellness | Fulton Bank.

NMLS

This position may require incumbent to be registered in the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System and Registry. Incumbents who are required to register will be notified in writing.

EEO Statement

Fulton Bank (“Fulton”) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons. Fulton will recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles, and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, gender, gender identity, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, covered veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Sponsorship Statement

As a condition of employment, individuals must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for a work visa by Fulton Bank currently or in the future.