Loan Officer Jobs in Illinois
Loan Officer jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Schaumburg, and Aurora and other Illinois metros, with employers like Tower Loan, Alliant Credit Union, and Federal Home Loan Bank Chicago hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Responsible for the development of new mortgage business from both credit union members, noncredit union referral sources and various lead aggregators. Prospecting non-member borrowers and referral sources as well as prospecting to credit unions provided lead opportunities. Stay current with credit union products and mortgage guidelines. Use knowledge of credit union products and mortgage guidelines, as well as an overall knowledge of mortgage lending and current market conditions.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Development of new mortgage business through referral sources such as realtors and past clients.
- Conduct outbound calling and selling to member leads and credit union provided non-member leads.
- Develop sales and prospects and continually grow a diverse referral base. Identify and sell Alliant’s mortgage strengths and niches.
- Prospects and follows up with credit union provided leads; develops and consistently executes a goal-focused business plan.
- Take accurate and complete first mortgage loan applications, collect initial documentation and forward to the processing unit.
- Originate quality applications that meet Alliant’s product guidelines.
- Set proper borrower expectations and work with members and processing to facilitate a smooth and timely member experience.
- Work with borrower and processing unit throughout the loan process to ensure member satisfaction and expectations are met.
- Originate quality applications that meet product guidelines.
EDUCATION & YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
- Minimum - 4 Year Bachelors Degree in Business, Finance, Economics or Related
- Minimum - 3 Years Consumer direct loan officer or related
IN LIEU OF EDUCATION
- 5 Years Consumer Direct Loan Officer
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Typical hiring range: $30,800.00 to $43,600.00 Annually. Actual compensation will be determined using factors such as experience, skills & knowledge.
Benefits: Alliant provides a benefits package including health care, vision, dental, and 401k with employer match including:
- Annual performance bonus
- Work from home up to 3 days a week
- Paid parental leave
- Employee discount programs
- Time off including paid personal and sick days
- 11 paid holidays
- Education reimbursement
Note that eligibility and cost of benefits can vary depending on the number of regularly scheduled hours, and job status such as regular full-time, regular part-time, or temporary employment.
Adhere to and ensure compliance of all business transactions with policy and process of the Bank Secrecy Act. Ensures compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, company procedures and policies. Maintains integrity and ethics in all actions and conversations with or regarding credit union members and their accounts; complies with Privacy Act directives.
The responsibilities listed do not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Loan Officer Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Tower Loan3

- Alliant Credit Union2

- Federal Home Loan Bank Chicago1

- Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago1

- Lennar1

Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services8
- Construction & Real Estate1
- Insurance1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in loan officer jobs across Illinois.
- Active NMLS license or eligibility to obtain one upon hire
- Experience originating residential mortgage or consumer loans
- Proficiency with loan origination software such as Encompass or Calyx
- Knowledge of federal lending regulations including TRID, RESPA, and HMDA
- Strong pipeline management and CRM skills
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field preferred
Loan Officer Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many loan officer jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 11+ loan officer openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Schaumburg, and Aurora. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do loan officers make in Illinois?
Loan officers in Illinois earn a median of about $79,150 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $43,020 for the lowest 10% to over $137,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most loan officer jobs?
Chicago, Schaumburg, and Aurora have the most loan officer openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire loan officers in Illinois?
Employers hiring loan officers in Illinois include Tower Loan, Alliant Credit Union, and Federal Home Loan Bank Chicago, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote loan officer jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 18% of loan officer openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for loan officer jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to loan officer jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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