H-1B Visa Mortgage Consultant Jobs
Mortgage Consultant roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field. Banks, credit unions, and nonbank lenders file LCAs with the DOL before sponsoring, certifying that your offered wage meets the prevailing rate for your metro area.
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Who We Are
At Newrez, we bring big thinkers and caring doers together to make home happen. We’re a team built on heart and hustle, united by a commitment to show up for our customers, our communities, and each other. We believe that when our people thrive, homeowners thrive - and that’s why we invest in your growth, wellbeing, and ability to make an impact.
Every day, we work to exceed the expectations of our residential mortgage borrowers and business partners through superior service, simple processes, and clear communication. We do this by empowering our employees, encouraging innovative solutions and recognizing great performance.
Position Summary
The Mortgage Consultant is responsible for originating a variety of different types of loans all focused on servicing our existing customers and first home purchase business.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Originate purchase and refinance loans by responding to company-provided leads via phone in a timely manner from: internet, direct mail campaigns, referrals, or other special marketing campaigns.
- Engage with consumers, determine their needs, and offer the appropriate products.
- Manage a loan pipeline from application to closing, collaborating with underwriting, processing, and other teams to ensure timely and accurate loan approvals.
- Obtain all necessary information to close the loan in a timely manner, including but not limited to credit reports, income verification, appraisals etc.
- Ensure adherence to federal and state lending regulations, including the Truth in Lending Act (TILA), Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA), and Fair Lending standards, maintaining accurate and compliant documentation.
- Provide superior customer service.
- Meet individual monthly sales goals.
- Stay informed of developing trends in the mortgage industry.
- Maintain compliance with the Newrez Code of Conduct.
- Performs related duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Origination experience in the mortgage or banking industry required.
- 2+ years’ origination experience.
- Active NMLS license.
- A solid understanding of appraisals, title reports and product guidelines.
- Must maintain mortgage licenses by completing mandatory annual continuing education.
- Experience utilizing persuasive communication skills, inside sales experience preferred.
Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
- Ability to connect with borrowers, friendly demeanor, customer service oriented.
- Proficiency with loan origination system (H2O), CRM platform (Salesforce), and communication tools (Microsoft Outlook, Teams), with the ability to adapt to new digital tools.
- Ability to maintain high levels of communication and urgency, including returning all voicemails within 24 hours.
- Ability to work efficiently and accurately with proven success in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be detail-oriented and demonstrate careful decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Professional communication skills.
- Must pass a background check for state licensing.
COMPENSATION
A good faith estimate of the compensation is:
15,080.00 - 60,000.00
Compensation for this position may also include other elements, including medical, financial, various paid time off benefits, and a bonus based on individual and company performance, variable or annual.
Placement within the range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, skills, experience, qualifications, location, etc.
Additional Information:
While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position’s requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.
All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.
Why Newrez
We’re a great place to work because we invest in what matters: your career, your community, your wellbeing, and your future. Our total rewards package is designed to support your whole self.
Company Benefits:
We offer benefits, programs, and perks that support you in every aspect of your life.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account with employer contribution
- 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match
- Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding Leave/Caregiver Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Tuition & Certification reimbursement
- Employee Mortgage Loan Program
- The Newrez Employee Emergency and Disaster Fund is a program to support our team members experiencing hardships
Newrez NOW:
Through Newrez NOW, our Corporate Social Responsibility program, you’ll have opportunities to give back, lead, and make a difference.
- 1 company-paid Volunteer Time Off day (with over 40,000 volunteer hours contributed since our inception)
- Matching Gifts Program - dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000
- Access to grants, nonprofit resources, and volunteer opportunities
- More than $6,000,000 donated since 2020
- 1 in 5 employees participates in at least one Employee Resource Group (ERG)
Equal Employment Opportunity
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer - and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Different makes us better.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Mortgage Consultant
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires that Mortgage Consultant positions demand a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Loan Officers to confirm the education benchmark before applying to sponsored roles.
Check prevailing wages before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing rate for your metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 13-2072 in your target city before evaluating any offer.
Target lenders enrolled in E-Verify
Federal housing program participants and FDIC-supervised banks are often already enrolled in E-Verify, which signals compliance infrastructure that makes H-1B sponsorship smoother. Prioritize these employers when filtering your search on Migrate Mate.
Document your NMLS license for the petition
Most states require Mortgage Consultants to hold an NMLS license. Include your license number, issuing state, and expiration date in your petition support documents. USCIS officers increasingly scrutinize state licensing as evidence of specialty occupation.
Time your job search around the cap filing window
H-1B cap petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start. If you receive an offer outside that window, ask your employer whether they qualify as a cap-exempt institution, such as a nonprofit affiliated with a university.
Negotiate employer coverage of filing fees
USCIS prohibits employees from paying certain H-1B filing fees, including the base I-129 fee. Confirm in writing before you sign that your employer is covering all required fees, not just premium processing.
H-1B Visa Mortgage Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mortgage Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like finance, economics, or business. A generalist sales role with no degree requirement won't qualify. Roles tied to complex financial analysis, underwriting, or structured lending products are more defensible. The O*NET profile for Loan Officers supports the degree requirement argument.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Mortgage Consultant jobs?
Large national banks, regional lenders, mortgage banking subsidiaries, and some nonbank mortgage companies file H-1B petitions for this role. Smaller independent brokerages rarely sponsor because the administrative cost is high relative to their size. Search Migrate Mate to browse Mortgage Consultant openings filtered by employers with active H-1B filing history, so you're not spending time on companies that don't sponsor.
How does the DOL prevailing wage requirement affect my Mortgage Consultant offer?
Before your employer can file the LCA, they must certify that your offered wage meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and geographic area. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 13-2072 and your target metro area before accepting an offer. If the offer comes in below the prevailing wage, the employer cannot legally proceed with the petition.
Can I work as a Mortgage Consultant while my H-1B petition is pending?
If you're already in H-1B status with a current employer and your new employer files before your status expires, cap-gap or portability rules may apply. If you're transitioning from OPT, your EAD must remain valid through the October 1 start date. USCIS premium processing reduces the I-129 adjudication window, which matters if you have a firm start date with the lender.
Does holding an NMLS license strengthen an H-1B petition for this role?
Yes. State NMLS licensing for mortgage loan originators requires pre-licensing education, a background check, and passing a standardized exam, which USCIS treats as evidence that the role requires specialized knowledge. Including your NMLS license number and issuing state in the petition package reinforces the specialty occupation argument, particularly if the employer's LCA job description references regulated lending activities.