About this role
Loan Officer Assistant
Location: City of Industry, CA
Work Model: In Office
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Compensation: $42,000–$50,000 depending on experience
Bonus: Per-loan closed bonus
Benefits: Paid time off, health insurance contribution, retirement plan, and growth opportunities
Position Overview
An established residential mortgage lender is seeking a Loan Officer Assistant to take ownership of the administrative and processing side of a Loan Officers pipeline.
This is a hands-on mortgage support role working with files from initial application through closing. The LOA will collect and review borrower documentation, prepare files for underwriting, manage conditions and closing requirements, communicate directly with borrowers, and coordinate with lenders and other parties involved in the transaction.
The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple mortgage files independently.
Responsibilities
Manage mortgage files from initial application through closing
Collect, review, organize, and upload borrower documentation
Prepare files for pre-approval, lender submission, and underwriting
Manage appraisal requests, underwriting conditions, and closing requirements
Review income, assets, credit, and property documentation for completeness
Identify missing documentation, discrepancies, and potential file issues
Coordinate with lenders, processors, underwriters, escrow/title companies, and real estate agents
Assist with lender and loan program research
Assist with disclosures and loan documentation
Communicate directly with borrowers throughout the mortgage process
Request outstanding documentation and provide file status updates
Explain next steps and help borrowers stay on track
Monitor the pipeline and track milestones and deadlines
Maintain accurate LOS and CRM records
Help ensure files are complete and ready for closing
Qualifications
1–3 years of mortgage lending, loan processing, or related financial services experience
Familiarity with mortgage loan applications, documentation, and underwriting
Experience with mortgage LOS and CRM systems
Strong organization and follow-up skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to independently manage multiple files and deadlines
Comfortable communicating directly with borrowers and industry professionals
Experience with Encompass, Calyx, or a similar LOS
Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, DocuSign, and document management systems
Ability to work onsite in City of Industry
Preferred Experience
Prior Loan Officer Assistant or Loan Processor experience
Bilingual Mandarin and English
Conventional and Non-QM mortgage experience
Final loan qualification, pricing, and other licensed mortgage activities are handled by the Loan Officer or other authorized personnel.
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