Loan Closing Coordinator

Objective:

Coordinate and execute loan closing activities, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, credit terms, and organizational procedures for a growing portfolio of loans. Additionally, perform post-closing audits and ensure the accuracy and completeness of loan documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Closing Coordination:

- Act as the central point of contact among clients, lenders, underwriters, external legal counsel, funding partners, USDA representatives, title insurance agents, the finance team, and the servicing team throughout the loan documentation process.

- Drive the loan closing process forward, managing all tasks from legal engagement to funding.

- Review key loan documents, including term sheets, conditional approvals, credit memoranda, USDA conditional commitments (as applicable), and attorney-prepared documents, ensuring adherence to credit and program requirements.

- Secure necessary supporting documents, such as title work, flood verifications, zoning reports, insurance policies, organizational documents, franchise agreements, and other relevant due diligence materials. Confirm legal counsel approval for required items.

- Verify borrower equity injection and ensure pre-paid project costs align with requirements.

- Maintain a complete and auditable loan file at closing.

- Oversee the application of loan deposits and the disbursement of funds, ensuring accurate allocation of proceeds and payment of all lender costs and invoices.

- Manage the return of original loan and collateral documents, including recorded items.

- Execute special projects as assigned.

- Travel as necessary.

Post-Closing Audit and Compliance:

- Audit loan documentation and recorded collateral documents for accuracy and completeness.

- Ensure loan binders are indexed and forwarded to the appropriate office or document custodian based on product requirements.

- Address audit findings and assist with servicing, construction, and special asset inquiries as needed. Collaborate with external legal counsel to resolve issues.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree preferred.

- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a loan closer, transactional legal assistant, paralegal, or similar role.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other standard software applications.

- Strong customer service and communication skills.

- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

- Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

- Proven ability to proactively manage and prioritize tasks effectively in a remote work environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

- Salary: $125,000 - $140,000 annually

- 401(k) with 3% annual match

- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Additional benefits included