Job Description

Company is seeking a Loan Processor / Closer to own processing, closing, and operational buildout for a growing hard money and bridge lending platform.

 This Role Will

This is a hands-on operator role focused on executing loan files from post-underwriting through closing while building the systems and processes behind it. The Loan Processor / Closer will act as the central coordinator across borrowers, title, and internal team members, and will play a critical role in scaling the platform from $20M to $50M+ in originations.

This role is not a traditional processor position. It requires someone who can operate in a fast-moving environment and help build out the structure.

Key Responsibilities

Loan Processing & File Ownership

• Own loan files from post-underwriting approval through closing
  • Collect, review, and validate borrower documentation (financials, entity docs, insurance, etc.)
  • Clear conditions and ensure files meet internal and non-QM lending standards
  • Maintain accuracy while moving files efficiently toward closing

Closing Coordination

• Manage the full closing process from clear-to-close through funding
  • Coordinate with title companies, escrow, and borrowers
  • Review settlement statements (CD/HUD) and closing packages
  • Drive timelines and ensure on-time closings
  • Act as the central point of contact for all closing-related communication

Pipeline Management & Execution

• Track and manage all active files to prevent delays or stalls
  • Proactively follow up with all parties to keep deals moving
  • Identify and resolve issues before they impact closing timelines
  • Provide clear, consistent status updates to leadership

Process Ownership & Buildout (Critical)

• Create and implement SOPs, checklists, and workflows for processing and closing
  • Identify inefficiencies and proactively improve them
  • Help establish a scalable operational infrastructure as volume grows
  • Balance speed and structure in a growth-stage environment

Team Coordination

• Partner with underwriting (Analyst) to move deals efficiently
  • Help guide and leverage a Transaction Coordinator for document collection
  • Contribute to overall team accountability and execution standards

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in loan processing and/or closing
  • Direct experience with non-QM, DSCR, bridge, or hard money loans
  • Strong understanding of title, escrow, and closing processes
  • Ability to manage multiple files in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong organizational and communication skills

What We’re Looking For

• High ownership mindset with accountability for outcomes, not just tasks
  • Ability to build processes and create structure without being asked
  • Comfort operating in an environment without fully defined systems
  • Proactive communicator who drives deals forward
  • Detail-oriented but able to balance speed and execution

Why This Role Is Unique

• Direct impact on closing speed and borrower experience
  • Opportunity to build and own the processing/closing function
  • High visibility role working closely with leadership
  • Clear path to grow into Head of Processing / Operations
  • Ability to help shape a scalable lending platform from the ground up