Loan Originator Jobs in Louisiana

A Loan Originator, also known as a mortgage loan officer, plays an essential role in the banking industry. Their primary role is to solicit new business and originate new loan applications for the bank or lending institution. They work with individuals or businesses seeking loans, clarify the different types of loans and terms the bank offers, and gather personal and financial data to complete loan applications. They also analyze and verify the loan applications to determine the borrower's creditworthiness and ability to repay the loan. They then forward the completed applications to the underwriting department for approval.

Loan originators must have excellent communication and customer service skills, as they are the first point of contact for customers seeking loans. They need strong analytical skills to accurately evaluate financial information and make informed decisions. Loan originators should also be familiar with industry regulations and lending programs. Some important certifications for a loan originator include Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) license, which requires passing the National Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS) exam. Before becoming a loan originator, one might have roles such as a loan processor, a bank teller, or a sales representative in a financial institution.

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Chief Lending Officer

  • Pineville, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Pineville, LA
  • 20 hours ago

Chief Lending Officer Department: Lending Grade: 16 Reports To: CEO Role: Lead the Lending Department, including commercial, mortgage, consumer lending and collections to meet credit union goals and...

Loan Originator NE

  • Metairie, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 23 hours ago

Under the direction of the Branch and/or Production Manager, markets and promotes PrimeLending products and services to its client base of realtors, builders, bank officers and potential and past...

Consumer Loan Sales Specialist

  • West Monroe, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • West Monroe, LA
  • 2 days ago

Consumer Loan Sales Specialist will learn the lending and servicing business at OneMain allowing them to grow their career....

Mortgage Loan Originator R013557

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

Hancock Bank Mortgage Loan Originator R013557 in New Orleans , Louisiana Thank you for your interest in our company! To apply, click on the button above....

Financial Services Representative

  • Minden, LA
  • 9 days ago
  • Minden, LA
  • 9 days ago

This position is expected to utilize sound lending skills, maximize potential profits, and follow policies for effective collection of accounts....

Commercial Loan Officer

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 14 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 14 days ago

Proficient in using lending software, Microsoft Office, and other related tools for efficient business loan processing. 2+ years of commercial sales experience is preferred....

Consumer Loan Sales Specialist

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 20 days ago

Consumer Loan Sales Specialist will learn the lending and servicing business at OneMain allowing them to grow their career....

Mortgage Loan Officer - Louisiana (Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Monroe, New Orleans)

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 20 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 20 days ago

Primary Responsibilities Completes mortgage applications for submission to the loan processing and underwriting departments Evaluates loan requests, analyze financial data, and determines qualification...

Mortgage Loan Officer/Branch Manager - Louisiana

  • Branch, LA
  • 21 days ago
  • Branch, LA
  • 21 days ago

Are you ready to take your mortgage lending career to the next level?...

Primary Responsibilities Completes mortgage applications for submission to the loan processing and underwriting departments Evaluates loan requests, analyze financial data, and determines qualification...

Loan Sales Specialist

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 30+ days ago

process and life cycle, presenting tailored solutions based on customer needs Manage the life cycle of loans, including collections activities while maintaining compliance with all relevant laws and...

Mortgage Loan Originator R013434

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 30+ days ago

This is a job for a Mortgage Loan Originator position with a company located in the New Orleans, LA area....

Mortgage Loan Originator

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Processor for verification of application information Calls applicant or other persons to resolve discrepancies, such as credit report showing late payment history Informs applicant of loan denial...

Mortgage Loan Originator

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Title: Mortgage Loan Originator Department: Mortgage Lending Reports To: SVP, National Sales Manager Supervises: N/A Job Classification: Full-time, Non-Exempt About Us Recognized as one of the most...

Mortgage Loan Originator

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a Mortgage Loan Originator for their Financial Services Branch....

Demographic Data for Louisiana

Moving to Louisiana? Find some basic demographic data about Louisiana below.


Local
National
4,657,278
106,764

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Salary for Loan Originator Jobs in Louisiana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBanking research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Loan Originator positions.



Highest Education Level

Loan Originators in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.0%
High School or GED
20.8%
Master's Degree
13.7%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.7%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Loan Originators in Louisiana
4-6 years
40.5%
2-4 years
30.9%
Less than 1 year
14.0%
10+ years
6.3%
1-2 years
6.1%
6-8 years
2.2%



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