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Mortgage Loan Officer
full-timeFranklin$184k - $249k

Summary

Location

Franklin

Salary

$184k - $249k

Type

full-time

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About this role

PENNYMAC

Pennymac (NYSE: PFSI) is a specialty financial services firm with a comprehensive mortgage platform and integrated business focused on the production and servicing of U.S. mortgage loans and the management of investments related to the U.S. mortgage market. 

 

At Pennymac, our people are the foundation of our success and at the heart of our dynamic work culture. Together, we work towards a unified goal of helping millions of Americans achieve aspirations of homeownership through the complete mortgage journey.


A Typical Day

The role of the Mortgage Loan Officer is to serve as a trusted financial consultant, engaging existing customers in our $700B+ serviced portfolio via phone to help them achieve their current and future home financing goals. The average estimated salary plus incentives for this position is $184,500 to $249,000 with uncapped potential earnings.

 

This position is designed for licensed professionals who excel at building relationships and providing clear, ethical guidance. You will be provided a steady flow of high-quality, warm inbound leads primarily from our existing Pennymac customer base with no cold calling or self sourced lead generation. You will utilize a cutting-edge loan origination system to serve customers with efficiency and speed and drive your business forward. 

 

As a Mortgage Loan Officer, your primary focus is to improve the customer's financial situation through expert advice and product solutions:

  • Serve as a trusted advisor: Build rapport, evaluate customer needs and take a consultative approach toward customizing the best solution to improve their overall financial situation while leveraging  our large suite of first and second mortgage products.

  • Provide tailored solutions: Recommend the loan solutions that best improve the customer's overall financial position and clearly explain how our competitive offer meets their specific needs.

  • Guide customers through the application process: Assist applicants through the entire application process, disclosure review, secure pricing and submit the loan to operations.

  • Pipeline Management: Manage pipeline activities efficiently while meeting production goals and maintaining strict adherence to all compliance requirements and lending regulations.

  • Service Excellence: As a representative of one of the largest residential mortgage lenders in the U.S., maintain a "Best in Class" experience to every caller, reflecting the organization’s culture and values.

What Makes This Role Different

  • New Hire Training: A robust 6-week training program, including taking sales calls for the final  3 weeks allowing for a quick ramp up to building a pipeline and earnings.

  • Warm Leads: A high volume of high-quality, inbound leads primarily from existing Pennymac customers 

  • Cutting Edge Origination System: Designed for speed and efficiency, empowers our loan officers and simplifies the end to end process.

  • Highly competitive products and rates: Access to a full suite of first and second mortgage products with highly competitive mortgage rates to provide the best solutions for each customer.

  • Career Trajectory: Substantial career growth and development opportunities within a large, well-rounded organization (Retail, Correspondent, Wholesale and Servicing).

  • Join a purpose-driven team. Transform the future of homeownership - and your career!


What You’ll Bring

  • Minimum of 1 year of origination and lending experience

  • Active UST License required

  • Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

  • Proven ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment while navigating multiple systems and software platforms

  • Strong sense of responsibility, organization, and follow-through

  • Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to work independently

  • Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound judgment skills


Why You Should Join

As one of the top mortgage lenders in the country, Pennymac has helped over 4 million lifetime homeowners achieve and sustain their aspirations of home. Our vision is to be the most trusted partner for home. Together, 4,000 Pennymac team members across the country are guided by our core values: to be Accountable, Reliable and Ethical in all that we do. Pennymac is committed to conducting a business that makes positive contributions and promotes long-term sustainable growth and to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. 

 

Benefits That Bring It Home: Whether you're looking for flexible benefits for today, setting up short-term goals for tomorrow, or planning for long-term success and retirement, Pennymac's benefits have you covered. Some key benefits include: 

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Paid Time Off Programs including vacation, holidays, illness, and parental leave 
  • Wellness Programs, Employee Recognition Programs, and onsite gyms and cafe style dining (select locations)
  • Retirement benefits, life insurance, 401k match, and tuition reimbursement 
  • Philanthropy Programs including matching gifts, volunteer grants, charitable grants and corporate sponsorships

 

To learn more about our benefits visit: https://pennymacnews.page.link/benefits

 

For residents with state required benefit information, additional information can be found at: https://www.pennymac.com/additional-benefits-information

 

Compensation: Individual salary may vary based on multiple factors including specific role, geographic location / market data, and skills and experience as defined below:

  • Lower in range - Building skills and experience in the role
  • Mid-range - Experience and skills align with proficiency in the role 
  • Higher in range - Experience and skills add value above typical requirements of the role 

 

Some roles may be eligible for performance-based compensation and/or stock-based incentives awarded to employees based on company and individual performance. 

 


Salary

$50,000 - $250,000
Work Model

OFFICE

Other facts

Tech stack
Mortgage Origination,Lending Experience,Interpersonal Skills,Communication Skills,Multitasking,Organization,Attention to Detail,Critical Thinking,Problem Solving,Judgment Skills

About Pennymac

PennyMac Loan Services, LLC (NMLS #35953) is a top national mortgage lender with over 4 million lifetime customers. Whether you are new to the home loan process or an experienced buyer, Pennymac is dedicated to offering competitive rates and superior service.

Being an online mortgage lender means Pennymac can focus on the needs of its customers rather than maintaining a network of branches and banking products.

Our mission is to build a foundation of homeownership by enabling our customers to achieve and sustain their aspirations of home.

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Equal Housing Opportunity, PennyMac Loan Services, LLC, 3043 Townsgate Road, Suite 200, Westlake Village, CA 91361, 818-224-7442. NMLS ID # 35953 (www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org). For a complete listing of state licenses and important notices, please visit www.pennymac.com/state-licenses. Not all property types qualify. Some loan products may not be available in all states. Information, property type eligibility, rates and pricing are subject to change without prior notice at the sole discretion of PennyMac Loan Services, LLC. Ask your loan officer for details. © 2025 Private National Mortgage Acceptance Company, LLC, Pennymac and all related marks are trademarks of Private National Mortgage Acceptance Company, LLC and/or its subsidiaries or affiliates. Third-party content is the property of its respective owners. All rights reserved. (01-2025)

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Financial Services
Founding Year: 2008

What you'll do

  • The Mortgage Loan Officer serves as a trusted financial consultant, helping customers achieve their home financing goals through expert advice and tailored loan solutions. They manage the application process and ensure compliance with lending regulations while providing excellent service.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pennymac pay for a Mortgage Loan Officer?

Pennymac offers a competitive compensation package for the Mortgage Loan Officer role. The salary range is USD 185k - 249k per year. Apply through Clera to learn more about the full compensation details.

What does a Mortgage Loan Officer do at Pennymac?

As a Mortgage Loan Officer at Pennymac, you will: the Mortgage Loan Officer serves as a trusted financial consultant, helping customers achieve their home financing goals through expert advice and tailored loan solutions. They manage the application process and ensure compliance with lending regulations while providing excellent service..

Why join Pennymac as a Mortgage Loan Officer?

Pennymac is a leading Financial Services company. The Mortgage Loan Officer role offers competitive compensation.

Is the Mortgage Loan Officer position at Pennymac remote?

The Mortgage Loan Officer position at Pennymac is based in Franklin, Tennessee, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Mortgage Loan Officer position at Pennymac?

You can apply for the Mortgage Loan Officer position at Pennymac directly through Clera. Click the "Apply Now" button above to start your application. Clera's AI-powered platform will help match your profile with this opportunity and guide you through the application process. You can also learn more about Pennymac on their website.