Mortgage Loan Officer Jobs

Mortgage Loan Officer jobs are open across banks, credit unions, mortgage companies, and independent brokerages, from junior loan officer to branch manager, with specializations in residential lending, commercial lending, and refinancing. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles1,511+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerPrimary Residential Mortgage
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type45% Remote
Top industryBanking

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Mortgage Loan Officer Must Have Passed The SAFE Exam Atleast
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Mortgage Loan Officer Must Have Passed The SAFE Exam Atleast
MISSION SAN JOSE MORTGAGE
Humble, Texas
Business Development
Customer Service
Customer Service & Support
Sales
$152k.34 - $235k.61/yr
Remote (US)
2-10

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Mortgage Loan Officer
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Mortgage Loan Officer
HomeFi Mortgage
Dallas, Texas
Business Development
Property Management
Real Estate Sales
$100k - $250k/yr
Remote (US)

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Remote Mortgage Loan Officer |Provided Leads + Processor Support
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Remote Mortgage Loan Officer |Provided Leads + Processor Support
Ease Mortgage
Remote
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$65k - $350k/yr
Remote (US)
201-500

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Mortgage Loan Officer
Coastal Credit Union
Raleigh, North Carolina
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED

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Mortgage Loan Officer
Meritrust Credit Union
Broomfield, Colorado
Business Development
Property Management
Real Estate Sales
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Mortgage Loan Officer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Primary Residential Mortgage1,053
  • Satori Mortgage76
  • Leadling71
  • Mutual of Omaha Mortgage21
  • KeyBank17

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in mortgage loan officer jobs.

  • Active NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator license required in state of employment
  • Proven experience originating residential or commercial mortgage loans
  • Proficiency with loan origination software such as Encompass or Calyx
  • Strong knowledge of FHA, VA, conventional, and jumbo loan guidelines
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field preferred
  • Established referral network with real estate agents or other professional sources

Tips for Your Mortgage Loan Officer Job Search

Lead your resume with production numbers

Hiring managers in mortgage lending want to see closed loan volume, average deal size, and pipeline size front and center. Pull those figures from your past performance records and put them in your summary and work history before anything else.

Get your NMLS license before applying

Most mortgage loan officer postings require an active NMLS license from day one. Complete your pre-licensing education, pass the SAFE MLO Test, and have your license number ready to include on your application and resume before you start applying.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists mortgage loan officer 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 loan product specialty

Job listings often specify FHA, VA, conventional, jumbo, or USDA loan experience. Match your application materials to the loan types you have the most hands-on experience with, and name those products explicitly in your resume and cover letter.

Prepare a referral network story for interviews

Interviewers at banks and mortgage companies almost always ask how you plan to build your pipeline. Have a specific answer ready about your existing referral sources, real estate agent relationships, or community ties that you can convert into new business.

Negotiate your compensation structure upfront

Mortgage loan officer offers can vary widely between base-plus-commission, draw-against-commission, and pure commission structures. Before accepting any offer, ask for a full written breakdown of the comp plan and clarify how splits and overrides are calculated.

Mortgage Loan Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most mortgage loan officers?

The companies hiring the most mortgage loan officers right now include Primary Residential Mortgage, Satori Mortgage, and Leadling, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. National banks, regional credit unions, and independent mortgage companies tend to post the most volume consistently throughout the year.

How many mortgage loan officer jobs are remote?

About 80% of mortgage loan officer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote arrangements most common for refinance-focused roles and consumer direct lending positions. Purchase loan officers who rely heavily on in-person realtor relationships and branch walk-ins are more likely to be required on-site.

How do you become a mortgage loan officer?

To become a mortgage loan officer, complete the required pre-licensing education hours, pass the SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator Test administered through NMLS, and apply for a state license in the states where you plan to originate loans. After licensing, most lenders provide product training and pair new originators with a mentor or branch manager during the first months on the job.

Can I get hired as a mortgage loan officer with no experience?

Some banks and mortgage companies hire candidates with no direct origination experience if they hold an active NMLS license, have a background in sales, banking, or customer service, and can demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. Entry-level roles often come with a base salary or draw during ramp-up and pair new originators with experienced mentors to help build an initial pipeline.

What does the mortgage loan officer interview process look like?

Most mortgage loan officer interviews start with a phone screen focused on licensing status and production history, followed by a panel or one-on-one interview with a branch manager or regional director. Expect questions about your referral network, your approach to overcoming rate objections, and how you manage a loan from application through closing. Some employers also ask candidates to walk through a recent deal in detail.

Where can I find and apply to mortgage loan officer jobs?

You can find and apply to mortgage loan officer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from lenders across the United States in one place. Search the listings on this page to find roles that match your license, loan product experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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