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Team Lead, Sales roles on OPT require demonstrating both quota-carrying experience and people management skills to employers who may be unfamiliar with F-1 work authorization. Your OPT period gives you up to 12 months of full-time work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension available if your undergraduate or graduate degree is in a qualifying field.
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At Longbridge, we love seniors and we’re passionate about helping them unlock the power of one of their greatest assets—their home equity.
As a leading provider of home equity solutions for seniors, we’re committed to helping older homeowners make the most of what they’ve worked hard to build, so they can live the retirement they imagined.
And we don’t just do it well, we do it really well. With an “Excellent” rating on Trustpilot and over a thousand customer testimonials, we’ve earned a reputation for making it easy and stress-free to access home equity—with guidance every step of the way.
But it’s not just our customers who love us—our team does, too! We’ve been named a Great Place to Work® three years in a row because we believe that when people enjoy what they do and where they do it, everyone wins.
Why Longbridge?
At Longbridge, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that grow with you. Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team:
- Grow With Us – We’re big believers in investing in our people. From top-notch training to clear career paths, we support your professional growth every step of the way. Plus, we love promoting from within—because when you succeed, we all do.
- A Culture That Clicks – We work hard, but we have fun doing it! Whether it’s team-building events, friendly competitions, or just an atmosphere of open communication and collaboration, we make sure work feels less like “just work.”
- Benefits That Have Your Back – We’ve got you covered with best-in-class health plans (medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA), generous PTO, paid holidays, company-paid life insurance, and a competitive 401(k) match. Because taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our customers.
If you’re looking for a place where your work truly makes a difference, we’d love to have you on board. Apply today and let’s do great things together!
Job Description
Retail Inside Sales Team Lead is responsible for leading, coaching, and developing a team of Reverse Mortgage Loan Officers within a national consumer-direct sales environment. This role serves as the primary leader for a team of approximately 8–12 Loan Officers, with team size varying based on business needs and organizational growth.
The Team Lead is accountable for driving sales performance, improving conversion metrics, ensuring compliance adherence, and fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer-focused service. Through data-driven coaching, performance management, and operational partnership, the Team Lead works to maximize production while supporting employee development and organizational goals.
This position is ideal for an experienced reverse mortgage sales leader who thrives in a performance-based environment and possesses a passion for coaching, motivating, and developing top-performing sales professionals.
Sales Leadership and Production
- Drive team performance through consistent coaching, accountability, and sales leadership.
- Lead sales discussions, brainstorming sessions, and best-practice sharing to improve individual and team performance.
- Promote a results-oriented culture focused on achieving and exceeding sales objectives.
- Monitor and improve lead conversion rates throughout the sales process.
- Coach Loan Officers on effective borrower engagement, referral development, relationship-building, and consultative sales techniques.
- Provide leadership support for unique borrower situations, escalations, and compliance-sensitive transactions when needed.
- No personal loan production is expected.
Coaching and Talent Development
- Conduct ongoing call reviews and coaching sessions to identify strengths, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Deliver daily and weekly coaching designed to improve sales effectiveness, conversion rates, and customer experience.
- Provide individualized development plans for Loan Officers at varying stages of performance.
- Facilitate best-practice sharing across the team to promote continuous learning and collaboration.
- Partner with the Training Department to support onboarding efforts and reinforce role-specific knowledge and application of training concepts for new hires.
Performance Management
- Monitor individual and team performance metrics on an ongoing basis.
- Utilize data and performance trends to diagnose performance gaps and implement corrective action plans.
- Conduct performance discussions, coaching conversations, and documentation as necessary.
- Manage watchlists, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and disciplinary coaching processes in accordance with company policies.
- Support recruiting, interviewing, and selection efforts to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Ensure adherence to all federal, state, investor, company, licensing, and regulatory requirements applicable to reverse mortgage lending.
- Promote a culture of compliance and ethical sales practices.
- Monitor quality assurance results and implement coaching strategies to address identified deficiencies.
- Ensure Loan Officers properly follow established workflows, CRM requirements, call cadence expectations, lead management standards, and documentation procedures.
- Maintain knowledge of industry regulations, compliance updates, and company policies.
- Assist in the investigation and resolution of escalated borrower complaints, executive escalations, regulatory inquiries, and CFPB-related concerns.
- May assume direct communication responsibilities with borrowers when appropriate to support complaint resolution or compliance obligations.
Pipeline and Operational Partnership
- Partner closely with Processing, Operations, Underwriting, Closing, and other internal departments to facilitate efficient loan progression.
- Assist with pipeline oversight and milestone management to identify and remove obstacles affecting production.
- Resolve borrower, operational, and process-related escalations impacting customer experience or loan progress.
- Serve as a liaison between Sales and Operations to improve communication, efficiency, and borrower outcomes.
- Support company initiatives focused on workflow optimization and customer service excellence.
Reporting and Analytics
- Prepare and publish daily, weekly, and monthly performance reporting to team.
- Analyze sales conversions, funnel metrics, contact rates, pull-through rates, and funding performance.
- Utilize data to identify trends, diagnose performance opportunities, and implement action plans.
- Leverage business intelligence tools and CRM reporting to support decision-making and performance management.
Qualifications Required
- Active NMLS license and eligibility to maintain licensing requirements.
- Minimum of two (2) years of mortgage sales experience.
- Minimum of two (2) years of reverse mortgage origination experience.
- Previous experience leading, coaching, or managing mortgage sales professionals.
- Demonstrated ability to drive sales production and performance improvement.
- Strong understanding of reverse mortgage products, sales processes, regulatory requirements, and consumer-direct sales environments.
- Experience conducting coaching sessions, call reviews, and performance management activities.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.
Preferred
- Previous experience as a Reverse Mortgage Team Lead, Sales Manager, or other mortgage sales leadership role.
- Experience managing teams of 10–12 or more sales professionals.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Experience within a national consumer-direct mortgage lending environment.
Technology Requirements
Proficiency with:
- Salesforce CRM
- Quantum Reverse
- Tableau
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Mortgage origination and sales technology platforms
Core Competencies
- Sales Leadership
- Coaching and Development
- Accountability
- Performance Management
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Change Management
- Compliance Leadership
- Communication and Influence
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Experience Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work Environment
- Fully remote position.
- Requires prolonged periods of computer and telephone usage.
- Periodic travel may be required for company meetings, leadership summits, training events, or other business-related activities.
- Must be able to effectively lead and engage a geographically dispersed workforce.
Compensation
This position offers a competitive base salary along with a highly rewarding variable compensation program tied directly to team production and performance outcomes. High-performing Team Leads have significant earning potential through the successful development and performance of their teams.
Additional Information
- Working in a growing and dynamic industry
- Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, and wide array of voluntary products and discounts
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- This is an Exempt role
- Target base salary range is 80K which is based on various factors including skills and work experience. Additionally, commissions based on avg production per LO
- LBF is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disabled Employer
- Please note that salaries that are estimated on various job sites may not reflect the actual compensation. Job sites, set the estimated salary, not Longbridge Financial.
Important Note: When you click on a video, certain personal information may be sent to the video provider (such as YouTube, Vimeo, etc.). To learn more about our privacy practices, please review our company Privacy Notice.
Company Description
At Longbridge, we love seniors and we’re passionate about helping them unlock the power of one of their greatest assets—their home equity.
As a leading provider of home equity solutions for seniors, we’re committed to helping older homeowners make the most of what they’ve worked hard to build, so they can live the retirement they imagined.
And we don’t just do it well, we do it really well. With an “Excellent” rating on Trustpilot and over a thousand customer testimonials, we’ve earned a reputation for making it easy and stress-free to access home equity—with guidance every step of the way.
But it’s not just our customers who love us—our team does, too! We’ve been named a Great Place to Work® three years in a row because we believe that when people enjoy what they do and where they do it, everyone wins.
Why Longbridge?
At Longbridge, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer careers that grow with you. Here’s why you’ll love being part of our team:
- Grow With Us – We’re big believers in investing in our people. From top-notch training to clear career paths, we support your professional growth every step of the way. Plus, we love promoting from within—because when you succeed, we all do.
- A Culture That Clicks – We work hard, but we have fun doing it! Whether it’s team-building events, friendly competitions, or just an atmosphere of open communication and collaboration, we make sure work feels less like “just work.”
- Benefits That Have Your Back – We’ve got you covered with best-in-class health plans (medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA), generous PTO, paid holidays, company-paid life insurance, and a competitive 401(k) match. Because taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our customers.
If you’re looking for a place where your work truly makes a difference, we’d love to have you on board. Apply today and let’s do great things together!
Job Description
Retail Inside Sales Team Lead is responsible for leading, coaching, and developing a team of Reverse Mortgage Loan Officers within a national consumer-direct sales environment. This role serves as the primary leader for a team of approximately 8–12 Loan Officers, with team size varying based on business needs and organizational growth.
The Team Lead is accountable for driving sales performance, improving conversion metrics, ensuring compliance adherence, and fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer-focused service. Through data-driven coaching, performance management, and operational partnership, the Team Lead works to maximize production while supporting employee development and organizational goals.
This position is ideal for an experienced reverse mortgage sales leader who thrives in a performance-based environment and possesses a passion for coaching, motivating, and developing top-performing sales professionals.
Sales Leadership and Production
- Drive team performance through consistent coaching, accountability, and sales leadership.
- Lead sales discussions, brainstorming sessions, and best-practice sharing to improve individual and team performance.
- Promote a results-oriented culture focused on achieving and exceeding sales objectives.
- Monitor and improve lead conversion rates throughout the sales process.
- Coach Loan Officers on effective borrower engagement, referral development, relationship-building, and consultative sales techniques.
- Provide leadership support for unique borrower situations, escalations, and compliance-sensitive transactions when needed.
- No personal loan production is expected.
Coaching and Talent Development
- Conduct ongoing call reviews and coaching sessions to identify strengths, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
- Deliver daily and weekly coaching designed to improve sales effectiveness, conversion rates, and customer experience.
- Provide individualized development plans for Loan Officers at varying stages of performance.
- Facilitate best-practice sharing across the team to promote continuous learning and collaboration.
- Partner with the Training Department to support onboarding efforts and reinforce role-specific knowledge and application of training concepts for new hires.
Performance Management
- Monitor individual and team performance metrics on an ongoing basis.
- Utilize data and performance trends to diagnose performance gaps and implement corrective action plans.
- Conduct performance discussions, coaching conversations, and documentation as necessary.
- Manage watchlists, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and disciplinary coaching processes in accordance with company policies.
- Support recruiting, interviewing, and selection efforts to maintain appropriate staffing levels.
Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Ensure adherence to all federal, state, investor, company, licensing, and regulatory requirements applicable to reverse mortgage lending.
- Promote a culture of compliance and ethical sales practices.
- Monitor quality assurance results and implement coaching strategies to address identified deficiencies.
- Ensure Loan Officers properly follow established workflows, CRM requirements, call cadence expectations, lead management standards, and documentation procedures.
- Maintain knowledge of industry regulations, compliance updates, and company policies.
- Assist in the investigation and resolution of escalated borrower complaints, executive escalations, regulatory inquiries, and CFPB-related concerns.
- May assume direct communication responsibilities with borrowers when appropriate to support complaint resolution or compliance obligations.
Pipeline and Operational Partnership
- Partner closely with Processing, Operations, Underwriting, Closing, and other internal departments to facilitate efficient loan progression.
- Assist with pipeline oversight and milestone management to identify and remove obstacles affecting production.
- Resolve borrower, operational, and process-related escalations impacting customer experience or loan progress.
- Serve as a liaison between Sales and Operations to improve communication, efficiency, and borrower outcomes.
- Support company initiatives focused on workflow optimization and customer service excellence.
Reporting and Analytics
- Prepare and publish daily, weekly, and monthly performance reporting to team.
- Analyze sales conversions, funnel metrics, contact rates, pull-through rates, and funding performance.
- Utilize data to identify trends, diagnose performance opportunities, and implement action plans.
- Leverage business intelligence tools and CRM reporting to support decision-making and performance management.
Qualifications Required
- Active NMLS license and eligibility to maintain licensing requirements.
- Minimum of two (2) years of mortgage sales experience.
- Minimum of two (2) years of reverse mortgage origination experience.
- Previous experience leading, coaching, or managing mortgage sales professionals.
- Demonstrated ability to drive sales production and performance improvement.
- Strong understanding of reverse mortgage products, sales processes, regulatory requirements, and consumer-direct sales environments.
- Experience conducting coaching sessions, call reviews, and performance management activities.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical, communication, and decision-making skills.
Preferred
- Previous experience as a Reverse Mortgage Team Lead, Sales Manager, or other mortgage sales leadership role.
- Experience managing teams of 10–12 or more sales professionals.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Experience within a national consumer-direct mortgage lending environment.
Technology Requirements
Proficiency with:
- Salesforce CRM
- Quantum Reverse
- Tableau
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Mortgage origination and sales technology platforms
Core Competencies
- Sales Leadership
- Coaching and Development
- Accountability
- Performance Management
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Change Management
- Compliance Leadership
- Communication and Influence
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Experience Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work Environment
- Fully remote position.
- Requires prolonged periods of computer and telephone usage.
- Periodic travel may be required for company meetings, leadership summits, training events, or other business-related activities.
- Must be able to effectively lead and engage a geographically dispersed workforce.
Compensation
This position offers a competitive base salary along with a highly rewarding variable compensation program tied directly to team production and performance outcomes. High-performing Team Leads have significant earning potential through the successful development and performance of their teams.
Additional Information
- Working in a growing and dynamic industry
- Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, and wide array of voluntary products and discounts
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- This is an Exempt role
- Target base salary range is 80K which is based on various factors including skills and work experience. Additionally, commissions based on avg production per LO
- LBF is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disabled Employer
- Please note that salaries that are estimated on various job sites may not reflect the actual compensation. Job sites, set the estimated salary, not Longbridge Financial.
Important Note: When you click on a video, certain personal information may be sent to the video provider (such as YouTube, Vimeo, etc.). To learn more about our privacy practices, please review our company Privacy Notice.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Team Lead, Sales
Lead with your sales results, not your visa status
Hiring managers care about pipeline numbers and team performance first. Open every application with a concrete achievement, such as a percentage increase in revenue or team quota attainment, before addressing your OPT authorization in the cover letter or interview.
Target companies with existing OPT or H-1B hiring history
Companies that have sponsored work visas before understand the process and are far less likely to screen you out. Search OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for sales management roles in your target market.
Clarify that OPT requires zero employer paperwork to start
Many hiring managers confuse OPT with H-1B visa sponsorship. Prepare a one-sentence explanation: your EAD card already authorizes you to work, and the employer does not file any forms or pay any fees to bring you on during your OPT period.
Position your STEM extension eligibility early if applicable
If your degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, mention it during recruiter screens. This extends your work authorization to up to three years total, which materially changes the risk calculation for employers considering long-term investment in a sales leader.
Build your case around team leadership metrics, not just individual sales
Team Lead roles require evidence of coaching, ramp time reduction, and team quota performance. Quantify how many reps you managed, average ramp time under your leadership, and any improvements in team win rates or forecast accuracy to stand out from individual contributors.
Use Migrate Mate to focus your search on sponsorship-open employers
Browse Team Lead, Sales listings on Migrate Mate to find employers who are actively open to candidates on OPT. Filtering by sponsorship willingness upfront saves time and ensures your applications land with companies already comfortable with F-1 work authorization.
Team Lead, Sales OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Team Lead, Sales on OPT without my employer filing any paperwork?
Yes. OPT work authorization is tied to your EAD card, which USCIS issues to you directly. Your employer does not file a petition or pay any government fees to hire you during your OPT period. The only thing they need to do is verify your EAD and I-20 during the standard I-9 employment eligibility process.
Does a Team Lead, Sales role qualify as a valid OPT position?
Yes, provided the role is directly related to your field of study. Sales leadership positions typically draw on degrees in business administration, marketing, communications, or management. If your degree is in one of these areas, a Team Lead, Sales role will generally satisfy the OPT employment requirement that your job be in a position related to your major.
How does the STEM OPT extension apply to Team Lead, Sales jobs?
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as management information systems, data science, or certain business analytics programs, you may be eligible for a 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12-month OPT. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you will need to work with your DSO to file the extension before your current OPT expires.
What should I do if a recruiter says they cannot hire OPT candidates for a Team Lead role?
Clarify the distinction between OPT and H-1B sponsorship. OPT requires no employer filing, no attorney fees, and no government petition. If the recruiter still declines after that explanation, it is worth moving on. Migrate Mate lists Team Lead, Sales roles specifically from employers open to candidates on F-1 OPT, which reduces this friction significantly.
Does managing a sales team affect my OPT employment eligibility in any way?
No. OPT does not restrict the seniority level of your role, only that the position relates to your field of study. Managing direct reports, setting team quotas, or holding a leadership title does not create any additional immigration requirements during your OPT period. You must remain employed full-time, which for OPT means working at least 20 hours per week.