About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Position summary

Confidential Client (Accounting & Finance) is hiring a Mortgage Loan Originator to join its Real Estate Lending team. This hybrid, full-time role is based in Los Feliz, CA and focuses primarily on originating home equity loans and lines of credit (about 90% of volume) with occasional first mortgage originations (about 10%). The ideal candidate is NMLS-licensed, experienced in mortgage lending, skilled with LOS tools (Encompass / Opening Act), and strong at converting internal referrals into funded loans.

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What You’ll Do

• Proactively follow up on warm leads, branch and call center referrals, and member inquiries with urgency and professionalism.
• Educate members on home equity products and first-trust-deed mortgage options; explain terms, documentation needs, and the lending process.
• Recommend solutions aligned to member financial needs to meet or exceed monthly home equity funding targets.
• Maintain high conversion rates through consistent outreach, timely communication, and needs-based recommendations.
• Build trust and rapport by demonstrating empathy, transparency, and excellent service.
• Submit complete and accurate loan applications into the Loan Origination System (Encompass and Opening Act).
• Coordinate with processors, underwriters, and funders to keep loans on schedule and efficiently resolve issues that could delay closing.
• Provide clear, consistent updates to stakeholders and deliver high-touch service throughout the loan lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with applicable mortgage regulations (RESPA, Reg Z, TRID, etc.) and internal policies.
• Stay current on mortgage guidelines, investor policies, and the client’s lending products.
• Represent the lender at educational seminars, webinars, and community events to promote products and generate business.

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Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years recent experience in mortgage lending with a member/client-first focus.
• Active NMLS license in good standing and compliance with S.A.F.E. Act and Regulation Z requirements.
• Proven track record meeting or exceeding mortgage production goals.
• Strong working knowledge of residential loan products, underwriting guidelines, and compliance regs.
• Proficiency with loan origination systems (LOS), preferably Encompass 360 and Opening Act.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to explain complex financial topics clearly.
• Strong networking and presentation skills for both small and large groups.
• High integrity and ability to build trust quickly with members and partners.

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Skills & Tools

• NMLS licensure (required)
• Loan Origination Systems — Encompass 360, Opening Act (preferred)
• Mortgage compliance: RESPA, Reg Z, TRID knowledge
• CRM and pipeline management for lead conversion
• Strong customer service and consultative sales skills

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Location & Compensation

• Work model: Hybrid — onsite in Los Feliz, CA with some remote flexibility per team policy.
• Estimated base (from source): $49,315 per year (estimated). This is an employer-provided estimate; the Confidential Client may provide a more specific pay range during the hiring process in accordance with applicable law.

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Why this role

This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed mortgage originator who enjoys member-facing work, relationship-building inside a referral-driven environment, and working across home equity and occasional first-mortgage products. You’ll join a team that values service, compliance, and community engagement while using best-practice LOS tools to manage pipeline and closings efficiently.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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