Mortgage Loan Officer
About the role
Orchard Mortgage is an affiliate of Orchard, dedicated to providing mortgage services to its real estate customers. This role is full-time and remote, based in the Phoenix area, and reports to the Mortgage Sales Manager. Key responsibilities include:
- Consulting with clients about current needs and financing solutions
- Building relationships with Orchard’s real estate agents
- Managing pipeline of at least 10-15 loans per month, primarily purchases with some refinances
- Supporting weekend coverage as needed
Requirements
Requirements include:
- At least 3+ years of lending experience and an active NMLS license or registration in Arizona
- Strong consultative sales skills
- A passion for customer service and relationship building
- Deep knowledge of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA, VA guidelines
- Technology savvy with experience using systems like Blend and Byte (or similar)
Qualifications
Qualifications include:
- Passion for home financing and customer satisfaction
- Ability to close a high percentage of captive leads
- Experience with non-QM programs and construction loans (a plus)
Skills
Skills required include:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of home financing and mortgage processes
Benefits
Benefits include:
- Equity in the company
- Flexible remote work
- Competitive compensation range of $125-175k per year, with a draw against commission structure
Pay
The average full-time fully ramped Loan Officer earns $125-175k per year, depending on performance.
Schedule
This is a full-time role with flexibility to attend agent networking events.
Company Information
Orchard is a rapidly growing company headquartered in New York City with offices across the US. It has 150+ full-time employees and 400+ real estate agents (1099), supported by top-tier investors including Revolution, Firstmark, Accomplice, Navitas, and Juxtapose. Orchard has been recognized as one of the best places to work by various organizations.