Build a Career in Mortgage Banking Crown Mortgage Company is looking for motivated, sales-minded individuals who want to build a long-term career in mortgage banking. This is initially an in-person position which requires commuting to our headquarters located in Oak Lawn, IL. Mortgage experience is not required. This opportunity is specifically designed for individuals who have the drive and personality to succeed in sales but have not yet been given the training, mentorship, structure, and opportunity needed to build a successful mortgage business. We are also interested in speaking with newly licensed Loan Officers who have entered the mortgage industry but have not yet found the right company or support system to help them develop their business. Crown Mortgage Company is prepared to make a significant investment in the right candidate. The Career Path This is not a position where you receive a license, a phone, and a list of people to call. We have built a structured development path designed to teach you the mortgage business while giving you real-world sales experience. Step 1: Professional Licensing & Training Candidates who are not yet licensed will be enrolled in a highly regarded mortgage licensing and education program to prepare for the NMLS licensing process and develop a strong understanding of the mortgage industry. You will learn the fundamentals of: Residential mortgage lending Mortgage products and programs Credit and income analysis Loan qualification Mortgage regulations and compliance Consultative selling Borrower communication Building referral relationships Step 2: Inside Loan Officer Development Once professionally trained and licensed, you will begin working as an Inside Loan Officer , helping serve Crown Mortgage Company's existing customers and servicing portfolio. This provides an opportunity to work with real homeowners, understand their financial needs, learn how mortgage transactions work from beginning to end, and develop your sales and communication skills in a structured environment. Rather than immediately being expected to create an entire book of business from scratch, you will have an existing customer base to work with while learning the business. Step 3: Mentoring & Business Development Throughout the program, you will receive professional mentoring and coaching from experienced mortgage professionals. You will learn how successful
Loan Officers:
Develop referral relationships Prospect for new business Work with real estate agents and other professionals Build and manage a sales pipeline Conduct borrower consultations Convert opportunities into closed loans Generate repeat and referral business Develop a personal mortgage practice Our objective is not simply to teach you how to originate a mortgage. Our objective is to teach you how to build a mortgage business. Step 4: Transition to Outside Sales As your experience, knowledge, confidence, and referral network grows, the goal is to transition you into a successful Outside Mortgage Loan Officer position. At that point, you will have the opportunity to develop your own customer and referral relationships while continuing to benefit from Crown Mortgage Company's operational support, technology, servicing platform, and experienced mortgage team. Who We Are Looking For You do not need mortgage experience to be considered. We are looking for people who demonstrate: Strong sales instincts Excellent communication skills Confidence speaking with customers A competitive and entrepreneurial mindset Personal accountability Professionalism Willingness to prospect and develop relationships A strong work ethic Coachability A genuine desire to build a career rather than simply find a job Candidates We Encourage to Apply This opportunity may be particularly attractive to: Recent college graduates interested in a professional sales career Sales professionals looking for a higher-income career path Recently licensed Mortgage Loan Officers with limited production Individuals currently working in inside sales or business development Automotive sales professionals Insurance sales professionals Recruiting or staffing professionals Hospitality or restaurant managers with strong people skills Account managers and customer-facing professionals Anyone with a proven ability to build relationships and generate business A previous sales background is preferred but not required. Why Crown Mortgage Company? Crown Mortgage Company is an independent mortgage bank that has been serving homeowners since 1975. Unlike many mortgage companies, we provide our Loan Officers with the infrastructure and support needed to focus on building relationships and generating business.
Our platform includes:
An Existing Servicing Portfolio Crown Mortgage Company retains the servicing of many of the mortgages we originate, creating an established customer base and ongoing opportunities for our Loan Officers. In-House Mortgage Operations Our experienced processing and underwriting team allows us to provide borrowers with a true written mortgage commitment in as little as one hour and close qualified transactions in as little as 10 business days. Professional Coaching & Mentoring New Loan Officers are given hands-on guidance while learning the mortgage business and developing their sales skills. Modern Mortgage Technology Our Loan Officers have access to modern mortgage technology, customer relationship tools, online applications, pricing technology, and marketing resources. Long-Term Career Development This position is designed to develop someone from a new mortgage professional into a productive, self-sourced outside Loan Officer. Our Investment in You Hiring and developing someone without mortgage experience requires a meaningful investment by Crown Mortgage Company. We are willing to make that investment for individuals who demonstrate the work ethic, personality, professionalism, and sales ability necessary to succeed. In return, we are looking for candidates who want to learn business, accept coaching, work hard, develop relationships, and build a long-term career. About Crown Mortgage Company Crown Mortgage Company is a locally operated independent mortgage banker serving homeowners throughout the greater Chicago area and Northwest Indiana. We combine the personal service of a local mortgage company with experienced in-house underwriting, processing, mortgage servicing, and modern lending technology. Our Loan Officers are supported by real people who understand the mortgage business and are committed to helping them succeed. Apply If you have ever considered a career in mortgage banking but were unsure how to get started — or if you recently became licensed but have not found the environment needed to build your business — we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume along with a brief explanation of why you believe a career in mortgage sales would be a good fit for you. Crown Mortgage Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay:
$36,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Health insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off