Job Description

Job Title: Loan Processing Associate
Location: Remote
Compensation: Competitive
Type: Full Time - Independent Contractor
Overview:
Were seeking a Loan Processing Associate to support and streamline real estate loan operations by ensuring applications are complete, compliant, and processed in a timely manner. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing documentation-heavy workflows in a fast-paced environment.
As a key member of the loan operations team, you will play a critical role in reviewing borrower information, coordinating documentation, and helping move applications efficiently from submission to approval. Your work will directly impact loan timelines and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Document Review & Quality Control:
Review and verify all loan-related documentation, including property valuations, criminal background checks, title reports, and construction budgets to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Compliance & Accuracy:
Ensure loan files meet internal standards and regulatory requirements by checking for missing, inconsistent, or outdated information.
Loan File Management:
Maintain digital loan processing systems, ensuring records are organized, current, and accessible to all relevant stakeholders.
Cross-Departmental Coordination:
Collaborate with underwriting, title, legal, and operations teams to track progress and keep each loan file moving forward.
Communication & Follow-Up:
Proactively communicate with internal team members or third-party providers to gather missing documents or clarify discrepancies.
Process Optimization:
Identify opportunities to improve workflows and suggest ways to make loan processing faster and more efficient.
Qualifications:
Prior experience in loan processing, real estate, financial services, or related fields
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and administrative skills
Familiarity with financial documents such as construction budgets, appraisals, background checks, and title documents
Proficiency with loan management systems, CRMs, and cloud-based file management (e.g., Google Drive, Dropbox, Salesforce, Notion)
Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal)
Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
Strong work ethic and ability to meet deadlines consistently
Preferred Experience:
Knowledge of U.S. real estate or lending processes
Experience working with lending software platforms or document processing systems
Previous remote work experience across time zones
If youre highly organized, dependable, and thrive in detail-driven environments, this is a great opportunity to join a growing real estate finance team and make an impact.