Lender Jobs
Lender jobs are open across banking, credit unions, mortgage companies, and fintech, from loan officer trainee to senior underwriter and lending manager, with specializations in mortgage origination, commercial lending, and consumer credit. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Duties
1. Aggressively seeks and obtains quality new business through client and prospect calls, referrals and cross selling efforts.
2. Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with a resulting high degree of customer satisfaction.
3. Responsible for sales, credit analysis, proper loan structuring, client interviewing and perceptive character judgement.
4. Contributes to deposit growth by cross selling and promoting additional banking products.
5. Acts as the principal account and relationship manager for new and existing clients.
6. Strong customer needs assessment and problem solving skills.
7. Will attend social, civic and networking events with current and prospective clients.
8. Works well with other bank personnel to solve customer problems.
9. It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as determined by management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in banking, finance or other business related field is preferred.
- Formal Credit Training and/or underwriting knowledge experience.
- Minimum 5-10 years of credit associated commercial bank lending experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may meet qualifications.
- Ability to expand loans, client relationships and cross sell bank products.
- Familiarity with the sales, loan processing and closing processes.
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills and a proven track record of portfolio management.
Duties
1. Aggressively seeks and obtains quality new business through client and prospect calls, referrals and cross selling efforts.
2. Responsible for building and maintaining relationships with a resulting high degree of customer satisfaction.
3. Responsible for sales, credit analysis, proper loan structuring, client interviewing and perceptive character judgement.
4. Contributes to deposit growth by cross selling and promoting additional banking products.
5. Acts as the principal account and relationship manager for new and existing clients.
6. Strong customer needs assessment and problem solving skills.
7. Will attend social, civic and networking events with current and prospective clients.
8. Works well with other bank personnel to solve customer problems.
9. It is expected that the incumbent shall perform other duties as determined by management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in banking, finance or other business related field is preferred.
- Formal Credit Training and/or underwriting knowledge experience.
- Minimum 5-10 years of credit associated commercial bank lending experience.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may meet qualifications.
- Ability to expand loans, client relationships and cross sell bank products.
- Familiarity with the sales, loan processing and closing processes.
- Must have good interpersonal and communication skills and a proven track record of portfolio management.
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Who's Hiring
- Leadling12
- Prosperity Bank12
- OceanFirst Bank9
- First Guaranty Bank5
- Minnwest Bank3
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in lender jobs.
- Active NMLS license with required state registrations
- Experience originating or underwriting residential or commercial loans
- Proficiency with loan origination software such as Encompass or Calyx Point
- Working knowledge of federal lending regulations including RESPA, TILA, and HMDA
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field
- Strong ability to analyze credit reports, income documents, and debt-to-income ratios
Tips for Your Lender Job Search
Tailor your resume to loan type
Mortgage, commercial, and consumer lending each have distinct compliance and product knowledge. Specify on your resume which loan types you've originated or underwritten so hiring managers don't have to guess whether your background fits their portfolio.
List your NMLS license prominently
Your Nationwide Multistate Licensing System number belongs near the top of your resume alongside your state registrations. Many lender job postings filter applications by licensure status before a recruiter ever reads the full document.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists lender openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by origination channel
Retail, wholesale, and correspondent lending require different skills and attract different candidates. Filter your job search by channel to avoid wasting applications on roles built around a workflow you haven't used before.
Prepare a loan scenario for the interview
Many lender interviews include a file review or a hypothetical borrower scenario. Walk in ready to explain how you'd assess creditworthiness, structure terms, and flag compliance issues for a realistic deal type the company originates.
Negotiate on the full compensation package
Lender compensation often combines a base with commission or basis-point splits. When negotiating, clarify the draw structure, pipeline ownership on day one, and whether trailing commissions from previous employment are factored into the offer.
Lender Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most lenders?
Leadling, Prosperity Bank, and OceanFirst Bank are hiring the most lenders right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Pennsylvania, and Minnesota, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Volume tends to shift with interest rate cycles, so checking current listings regularly gives you the clearest picture.
How many lender jobs are remote?
About 84% of lender openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in roles where most client and underwriting interactions happen digitally. Consumer and mortgage loan officers working through digital-first lenders are the most likely to find fully remote arrangements, while branch-based and commercial roles more often require in-person presence.
How do you become a lender?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or economics, then obtain your NMLS license by completing the required pre-licensing education and passing the SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator Test. Entry-level roles such as loan processor or loan officer assistant give you hands-on file experience. Build product knowledge in a specific loan type, accumulate a production record, and pursue additional state registrations as your geographic scope grows.
Can you get hired as a lender with little experience?
Yes, many institutions hire candidates with no direct lending experience into loan officer trainee or junior processor roles. Holding an active NMLS license before you apply removes a common barrier. Customer-facing experience in banking, insurance, or financial services demonstrates the consultative skills lenders use daily and can substitute for direct origination experience in a hiring manager's eyes.
What does the lender interview process look like?
Most lender interviews involve a phone screen with a recruiter, followed by one or two rounds with a branch manager or regional lending director. Expect questions about loan products you've worked with, how you handle a borrower who doesn't initially qualify, and your familiarity with compliance requirements. Some employers add a practical component, such as reviewing a sample file or walking through how you'd structure a deal.
Where can I find and apply to lender jobs?
You can find and apply to lender jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles to find positions that match your loan type experience, licensing, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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