Residential Loan Closer

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

This Residential Loan Closer will support front-line sales in the preparation of residential mortgage loan closing documents by critically analyze supporting loan documentation, validate loan is cleared to close, and ensure loan is closed in accordance with underwriting approval, coordinating with other departments and vendors to resolve impediments to closing, identifying violations to underwriting loan tolerance limits and resubmit to underwriting for review, and accurately prepare closing package and final Closing Disclosure (CD) in compliance with regulatory requirements, investor guidelines and bank policy.
This person will,

• Review supporting loan documentation for accuracy/consistency and complete Closing Checklist. Coordinate with appropriate parties to validate loan is clear to close and outstanding conditions have been met. Order payoff statement updates for liens reflected on title commitment and loan approval letter
• Complete closing screens in ELC with accurate data and fees.
• Accurately prepare final Closing Disclosure (CD) for borrower execution at closing.
• Complete final review of title evidence for any inconsistencies. Make arrangements with the appropriate parties to the transaction for correction, ensuring that Associated Bank will have a first lien position on the final title policy.
• Ensure timely receipt of closed loan package from settlement agent. Review signed loan documents per policy and request outstanding at-closing conditions. Upload/disposition package and ship original signed documents to the Records Department.
• Contact insurance agents, municipalities, treasurer offices and/or tax assessors to ensure that escrow accounts are set up correctly

Requirements
Education

• High School or equivalent combination of education and experience Required

Experience

• 2-4 years Mortgage banking experience (i.e. processing, review). Required

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.

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Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank's anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

Associated Banc-Corp is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant.

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