H-1B Visa Loan Officer Assistant Jobs
H-1B visa jobs as a Loan Officer Assistant sit at the intersection of financial services and specialty occupation requirements. Sponsoring employers typically structure these roles around degree-level duties in finance, economics, or business to meet USCIS standards. The annual cap and recent selection rule changes make targeting the right employers early essential.
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The Commercial LOA will play a critical role in the commercial lending process by collaborating with Commercial Relationship Managers (CRM) to support new and existing customers. The Commercial LOA will also collaborate with Commercial Loan Closers in facilitating a credit through the commercial process.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Provide sales and administrative assistance to Commercial Relationship Managers (CRM) and other partners
- Support new and renewed loan production by collecting, ordering, and tracking information required for accurate risk assessment and underwriting:
- UCC searches
- Appraisals
- Environmental assessments
- Know Your Customer
- Survey
- Leases
- Organizational Documents
- Applicable insurance; hazard, flood, builder’s risk
- Beneficial Ownership
- OFAC
- Assist with preparation of written communication on behalf of the CRM to include commitment letters, term sheets, thank you notes, etc.
- Complete the Credit Lens Loan Worksheet, confirming agreement with final approval documents, to engage the Commercial Loan Closer
- Assist CRM by monitoring reporting and identifying where action needs to be taken, including but not limited to:
- Maturities
- Auto-Renew Letter of Credit
- Insurance
- Real Estate taxes
- Provide outstanding service and respond to requests from internal and external customers
- Collect customer financial statements, as required by the loan agreement, in a timely manner and load to Credit Lens
- Collaborate with CRM, Commercial Loan Closer, Underwriter, Doc Prep and/or outside counsel on loan closings; collect executed documents from CRM and submit
- Submit customer maintenance requests to Loan Operations for completion
- Transfer and assign notes
- Facilitate ongoing disbursement requests including coordination with Construction Administration
- Complete assigned Post-Close tasks in Credit Lens
- Manage WIP files
- Resolve critical and material exceptions as assigned
- Participate in all required compliance training, as well as internal and external training programs, online training, meetings, or other education events as assigned by Loan Ops and Bank leadership.
- Adhere to Corporate policies and procedures as prescribed.
- Exemplify behaviors in alignment with the bank’s vision, mission, and culture; exhibit professionalism at all times.
- Provide world-class service to internal and external customers with a sense of urgency and positive attitude.
- Take ownership of other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of credit or customer service experience in the financial services industry
- Commercial loan experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Excellent telephone and customer service skills
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Working knowledge of federal and state banking regulations
- Excellent customer service skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills without direct guidance
- Demonstrate strong organization and time management skills and the ability to balance competing priorities to meet multiple deadlines.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Must be able to pass a criminal background & credit check.
FLSA STATUS
Non-Exempt
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
NA
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Varies; will be located in local commercial banking offices
POSITION TYPE
This is a full-time position that requires schedule flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
TRAVEL
This position requires up to 10% travel.
OTHER
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
PAY RANGE: USD $19.24 - USD $27.82 /Hr.
Overview
The Commercial LOA will play a critical role in the commercial lending process by collaborating with Commercial Relationship Managers (CRM) to support new and existing customers. The Commercial LOA will also collaborate with Commercial Loan Closers in facilitating a credit through the commercial process.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Provide sales and administrative assistance to Commercial Relationship Managers (CRM) and other partners
- Support new and renewed loan production by collecting, ordering, and tracking information required for accurate risk assessment and underwriting:
- UCC searches
- Appraisals
- Environmental assessments
- Know Your Customer
- Survey
- Leases
- Organizational Documents
- Applicable insurance; hazard, flood, builder’s risk
- Beneficial Ownership
- OFAC
- Assist with preparation of written communication on behalf of the CRM to include commitment letters, term sheets, thank you notes, etc.
- Complete the Credit Lens Loan Worksheet, confirming agreement with final approval documents, to engage the Commercial Loan Closer
- Assist CRM by monitoring reporting and identifying where action needs to be taken, including but not limited to:
- Maturities
- Auto-Renew Letter of Credit
- Insurance
- Real Estate taxes
- Provide outstanding service and respond to requests from internal and external customers
- Collect customer financial statements, as required by the loan agreement, in a timely manner and load to Credit Lens
- Collaborate with CRM, Commercial Loan Closer, Underwriter, Doc Prep and/or outside counsel on loan closings; collect executed documents from CRM and submit
- Submit customer maintenance requests to Loan Operations for completion
- Transfer and assign notes
- Facilitate ongoing disbursement requests including coordination with Construction Administration
- Complete assigned Post-Close tasks in Credit Lens
- Manage WIP files
- Resolve critical and material exceptions as assigned
- Participate in all required compliance training, as well as internal and external training programs, online training, meetings, or other education events as assigned by Loan Ops and Bank leadership.
- Adhere to Corporate policies and procedures as prescribed.
- Exemplify behaviors in alignment with the bank’s vision, mission, and culture; exhibit professionalism at all times.
- Provide world-class service to internal and external customers with a sense of urgency and positive attitude.
- Take ownership of other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years of credit or customer service experience in the financial services industry
- Commercial loan experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Excellent telephone and customer service skills
- Proficient in MS Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Working knowledge of federal and state banking regulations
- Excellent customer service skills
- Attention to detail
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills without direct guidance
- Demonstrate strong organization and time management skills and the ability to balance competing priorities to meet multiple deadlines.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Must be able to pass a criminal background & credit check.
FLSA STATUS
Non-Exempt
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
NA
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Varies; will be located in local commercial banking offices
POSITION TYPE
This is a full-time position that requires schedule flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
TRAVEL
This position requires up to 10% travel.
OTHER
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
PAY RANGE: USD $19.24 - USD $27.82 /Hr.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Loan Officer Assistant
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
Pull your O*NET profile for Loan Officer Assistant and map your finance, economics, or business degree directly to the listed knowledge requirements. USCIS scrutinizes whether the role genuinely requires a specific bachelor's degree, so your resume must reflect degree-level analytical duties, not clerical tasks.
Search employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who have certified LCAs specifically for Loan Officer Assistant or closely related financial services roles. Active filings signal that an employer already understands the H-1B visa process and has established prevailing wage compliance for this position.
Verify prevailing wages before salary negotiations
Run your target city and job title through the OFLC Wage Search before any offer conversation. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific worksite, so knowing the Level I through IV thresholds puts you in a stronger negotiating position.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your Loan Officer Assistant role involves multiple branch locations, your employer must file a separate certified LCA for each distinct worksite. Banks and mortgage companies with regional offices sometimes miss this, so raise it directly with HR before the I-129 petition is drafted.
Target community banks and credit unions strategically
Smaller financial institutions often sponsor H-1B workers for specialized lending support roles but are less likely to appear on generic job searches. Focus on employers in high-volume mortgage markets where loan pipelines justify degree-level analytical staff and where staffing gaps are hardest to fill domestically.
File during the cap window, not after the offer
H-1B selection rules have changed recently, so don't wait for a formal offer to research filing timelines with your employer. USCIS requires registration and petition filing within specific annual windows, and missing the cycle means waiting another year regardless of how strong your qualifications are.
H-1B Visa Loan Officer Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Loan Officer Assistant role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
It depends on how the position is structured by the employer. When an employer builds the role around degree-level duties in finance, economics, or business analysis, such as underwriting analysis, compliance review, or financial modeling, USCIS will typically recognize it as a specialty occupation. Roles limited to clerical or administrative support do not qualify. Ask your employer to review the job description against USCIS specialty occupation criteria before filing.
Which types of employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
Commercial banks, mortgage companies, credit unions, and financial technology firms are the most active sponsors for Loan Officer Assistant positions. These employers frequently need staff with formal finance or economics training to handle compliance-intensive lending pipelines. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for financial services roles, so you can focus your search on organizations that have sponsored this position type before.
How long does H-1B status last for a Loan Officer Assistant?
USCIS grants initial H-1B status for up to three years, with the option to extend for another three years, reaching a six-year maximum in most cases. If your employer begins permanent residency sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process early enough, extensions beyond six years may be available under AC21 provisions. Plan your employment continuity carefully within those timelines.
What happens to my H-1B if I transfer to a different branch location?
Each worksite where you perform H-1B duties requires its own certified Labor Condition Application. If your employer transfers you to a branch not covered by the original LCA, they must file a new certified LCA with DOL and an amended I-129 petition with USCIS before you begin work at the new location. Working at an uncertified site puts both you and your employer out of compliance.
Can I change employers while on H-1B as a Loan Officer Assistant?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS, as long as you are in valid H-1B status and the petition is filed before your current status expires. The new employer must certify a fresh LCA for your specific worksite and salary. Gaps in employment can complicate portability, so coordinate timing carefully with both employers.