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Private Mortgage Banker jobs are open across banks, credit unions, and independent lending firms at every level from associate to senior, with specializations in jumbo lending, portfolio loans, and wealth-client mortgage advisory. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking an CA-WA Private Mortgage Banker (SAFE) in Consumer Lending as part of Home Lending. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.
In this role you will:
- Participate in soliciting residential mortgages from various sources
- Produce high quality jumbo loans which are compliant and provide excellent customer service
- Build relationships focused on affluent borrowers with realtors, builders, financial professionals, bank stores, past customers, and other non-traditional sources
- Develop and maintain a high degree of visibility for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage in the marketplace; stay informed of mortgage industry trends and developments in the assigned market
- Present recommendations for producing loans and exercise some independent judgment while developing understanding of and adherence to Private Mortgage Banking Sales functional area, policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and generating loans
- Understand real estate appraisals, title reports, and real estate transactions
- Receive customer applications, quote the rate and points, and complete follow-up activities with the registration lock-in; analyze and offer mortgage loan products based on client needs
- Review and analyze low to moderately complex financial and credit data; match customer needs with an appropriate loan program and level of risk
- Inform prospective and existing customers of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage programs, rates, policies, underwriting requirements, and loan procedures; maintain high standard of client satisfaction and quality by ensuring timely and proactive customer communication
- Pursue Wells Fargo training offerings to increase knowledge of company products, policies and procedures, and underwriting requirements
- This SAFE position has customer contact and job duties which may include the offering/negotiating of terms and/or taking an application for a dwelling secured transaction. As such, this position requires compliance with the S.A.F.E. Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 and all related regulations. Ongoing employment is contingent upon meeting all such requirements, including acceptable background investigation results. Individuals in a SAFE position also must meet the Loan Originator requirements under Regulation Z (LO) outlined in the job expectations below
Required Qualifications:
- 2+ years of Private Mortgage Banking Sales experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, or education
Desired Qualifications:
- Basic Microsoft Office skills
- Documented retail residential mortgage fundings over the past 12 months referred primarily from established, local, external sources
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Mortgage industry experience
- Knowledge and understanding of sales prospecting and generating referrals
- Customer service experience
- Experience working with high net-worth clients
Job Expectations:
- This position requires SAFE registration at the time of employment. Wells Fargo will initiate the SAFE registration process immediately after your employment start date. The Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS) website (http://fedregistry.nationwidelicensingsystem.org) provides the MU4R questions and registration required for employment in this position. Individuals in Loan Originator (LO) positions must meet the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau qualification requirements and comply with related Wells Fargo policies. The LO qualification requirements include meeting applicable financial responsibility, character, general financial fitness and criminal background standards. A current credit report will be used to assess your financial responsibility and credit fitness, however, a credit score is not included as part of the evaluation. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening, if necessary
- Individuals in Loan Originator (LO) positions must meet the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau qualification requirements and comply with related Wells Fargo policies. The LO qualification requirements include meeting applicable financial responsibility, character, general financial fitness and criminal background standards A current credit report will be used to assess your financial responsibility and credit fitness, however, a credit score is not included as part of the evaluation. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening, if necessary
- Completion of formal position specific training programs
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed or scheduled
Pay Range
Compensation includes an hourly base pay rate that meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements, with the opportunity to earn additional commission. All pay complies with applicable minimum wage laws.
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
- Health benefits
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid time off
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
- Parental leave
- Critical caregiving leave
- Discounts and savings
- Commuter benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Scholarships for dependent children
- Adoption reimbursement
Posting End Date:
11 Jan 2027- Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
c. Please be prepared to provide accurate information and supporting documentation in connection with any lawful employment and education verification conducted by Wells Fargo.
About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking an CA-WA Private Mortgage Banker (SAFE) in Consumer Lending as part of Home Lending. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.
In this role you will:
- Participate in soliciting residential mortgages from various sources
- Produce high quality jumbo loans which are compliant and provide excellent customer service
- Build relationships focused on affluent borrowers with realtors, builders, financial professionals, bank stores, past customers, and other non-traditional sources
- Develop and maintain a high degree of visibility for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage in the marketplace; stay informed of mortgage industry trends and developments in the assigned market
- Present recommendations for producing loans and exercise some independent judgment while developing understanding of and adherence to Private Mortgage Banking Sales functional area, policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and generating loans
- Understand real estate appraisals, title reports, and real estate transactions
- Receive customer applications, quote the rate and points, and complete follow-up activities with the registration lock-in; analyze and offer mortgage loan products based on client needs
- Review and analyze low to moderately complex financial and credit data; match customer needs with an appropriate loan program and level of risk
- Inform prospective and existing customers of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage programs, rates, policies, underwriting requirements, and loan procedures; maintain high standard of client satisfaction and quality by ensuring timely and proactive customer communication
- Pursue Wells Fargo training offerings to increase knowledge of company products, policies and procedures, and underwriting requirements
- This SAFE position has customer contact and job duties which may include the offering/negotiating of terms and/or taking an application for a dwelling secured transaction. As such, this position requires compliance with the S.A.F.E. Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 and all related regulations. Ongoing employment is contingent upon meeting all such requirements, including acceptable background investigation results. Individuals in a SAFE position also must meet the Loan Originator requirements under Regulation Z (LO) outlined in the job expectations below
Required Qualifications:
- 2+ years of Private Mortgage Banking Sales experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, or education
Desired Qualifications:
- Basic Microsoft Office skills
- Documented retail residential mortgage fundings over the past 12 months referred primarily from established, local, external sources
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Mortgage industry experience
- Knowledge and understanding of sales prospecting and generating referrals
- Customer service experience
- Experience working with high net-worth clients
Job Expectations:
- This position requires SAFE registration at the time of employment. Wells Fargo will initiate the SAFE registration process immediately after your employment start date. The Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS) website (http://fedregistry.nationwidelicensingsystem.org) provides the MU4R questions and registration required for employment in this position. Individuals in Loan Originator (LO) positions must meet the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau qualification requirements and comply with related Wells Fargo policies. The LO qualification requirements include meeting applicable financial responsibility, character, general financial fitness and criminal background standards. A current credit report will be used to assess your financial responsibility and credit fitness, however, a credit score is not included as part of the evaluation. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening, if necessary
- Individuals in Loan Originator (LO) positions must meet the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau qualification requirements and comply with related Wells Fargo policies. The LO qualification requirements include meeting applicable financial responsibility, character, general financial fitness and criminal background standards A current credit report will be used to assess your financial responsibility and credit fitness, however, a credit score is not included as part of the evaluation. Successful candidates must also meet ongoing regulatory requirements including additional screening, if necessary
- Completion of formal position specific training programs
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays as needed or scheduled
Pay Range
Compensation includes an hourly base pay rate that meets or exceeds applicable minimum wage requirements, with the opportunity to earn additional commission. All pay complies with applicable minimum wage laws.
Benefits
Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.
- Health benefits
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid time off
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
- Parental leave
- Critical caregiving leave
- Discounts and savings
- Commuter benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Scholarships for dependent children
- Adoption reimbursement
Posting End Date:
11 Jan 2027- Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
We Value Equal Opportunity
Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo.
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
c. Please be prepared to provide accurate information and supporting documentation in connection with any lawful employment and education verification conducted by Wells Fargo.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in private mortgage banker jobs.
- Active NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator license required in relevant states
- Proven closed loan volume in residential or jumbo mortgage origination
- Experience building and managing a referral network with real estate or wealth professionals
- Proficiency with loan origination systems such as Encompass or similar platforms
- Strong knowledge of agency, jumbo, and portfolio loan guidelines
- Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a related field preferred
Tips for Your Private Mortgage Banker Job Search
Lead your resume with production volume
Hiring managers in private mortgage banking scan for closed loan volume first. Quantify your annual or monthly funded pipeline in dollar terms and list your top loan types so reviewers can immediately gauge your production level and book-of-business depth.
Highlight your NMLS license prominently
Your NMLS license number and state endorsements belong in your resume header or a dedicated credentials line, not buried in a skills section. Many applicant tracking systems filter on NMLS before a human ever reads your application, so make it impossible to miss.
Target lenders whose client mix matches yours
Private mortgage banking roles at large retail banks differ sharply from those at boutique private banks or credit unions. Match your existing referral network and loan mix to the lender's stated clientele so your cover letter can speak to their specific borrower profile.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists private mortgage banker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a loan scenario interview round
Many private mortgage banking interviews include a live structuring exercise where you walk through a complex borrower profile, such as a self-employed client with irregular income. Practice narrating your reasoning aloud, because interviewers are evaluating your client advisory instincts, not just the final loan structure.
Negotiate your split and referral fee structure
Compensation in private mortgage banking is heavily commission-based, so the base-to-commission ratio and referral fee arrangement with wealth advisors or private bankers matter as much as base salary. Ask for the split structure in writing before accepting any offer to avoid surprises at close.
Private Mortgage Banker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a private mortgage banker?
Start by obtaining your NMLS Mortgage Loan Originator license, which requires completing pre-licensure education, passing the SAFE MLO test, and meeting your state's background and credit check requirements. From there, most private mortgage bankers enter through retail lending or bank branch roles, build a referral network with real estate agents or financial advisors, and move into private banking channels as their production volume grows.
Can you get hired as a private mortgage banker with little experience?
Yes, some lenders hire candidates with no origination history into associate or junior private mortgage banker roles, particularly if you already hold your NMLS license and have a background in banking, financial advising, or customer-facing sales. Emphasize any experience managing high-net-worth client relationships, handling complex financial products, or working in a referral-driven sales environment to offset a short origination history.
What does the private mortgage banker interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a recruiter or hiring manager screen focused on your licensing status and production background, followed by a panel interview with a branch manager or regional sales leader. Many lenders include a loan structuring exercise or a business development plan presentation to assess how you would build a referral pipeline. Final rounds often involve a conversation with a senior private banker or wealth advisor to evaluate fit with their existing client base.
Where can I find and apply to private mortgage banker jobs?
You can find and apply to private mortgage banker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your licensing, production background, and target market, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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