Overview
This role supports mortgage brokers by managing the end-to-end loan processing cycle for Australian mortgage loans. Key duties include collecting client supporting documents, conducting initial credit pre-assessment, preparing credit proposals, preparing/reviewing/submitting loan applications, coordinating with brokers, clients, lenders, solicitors, conveyancers, and referral partners, and ensuring all compliance and documentation requirements are met.
Responsibilities
Stakeholder Liaison
- Liaise internally with Directors, Mortgage Brokers, and the Broker Support Team
- Liaise externally with Clients, Lenders and Banks, Solicitors and Conveyancers, Referral Partners, and Real Estate Agents
Loan Application, Processing & Settlement
- Accurately prepare, review, and submit loan applications in a timely manner by following submission/application checklists and standardized processes
- Verify client information and documentation to meet lender requirements and compliance standards
- Coordinate with lenders, solicitors, conveyancers, real estate agents, clients, and referral partners to track application progress and resolve issues or delays
Client Consultation and Credit Analysis
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients during the loan processing phase (pre-assessment to settlement)
- Provide personalised guidance on mortgage options based on client needs and preferences in collaboration with the broker, using credit assessment checklists and standardized processes
- Complete company-standardized pre-assessment/loan proposals
- Explain mortgage terms, interest rates, and repayment plans to clients as necessary
- Provide updates and respond to client inquiries regarding applications
- Guide clients through the document collection process to ensure all required paperwork is received and complete
Compliance and Documentation
- Ensure applications meet regulatory, lender, and company compliance standards
- Review loan documents with clients to ensure understanding and accuracy
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of lender policies, products, and industry regulations
- Follow the credit assessment checklist and process
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions and document submissions in the CRM system
- File client data correctly in the company database folder system according to standard format and file naming conventions
Customer Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, lenders, and external industry/referral partner contacts
- Provide ongoing support and guidance throughout the mortgage process, addressing concerns and questions
- Complete regular annual product interest rate reviews (post settlement) with clients to ensure satisfaction and explore opportunities for future business
Professional Development and Training
- Stay updated on industry regulations, market developments, and best practices through continuous education and training
- Obtain necessary licences and certifications as required to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
- Attend regular online and face-to-face industry and lender training as required
Team Collaboration
- Work closely with mortgage brokers to ensure smooth handover from application to approval stages
- Immediately raise concerns or queries on files in progress to the mortgage broker
- Provide feedback to brokers and management on process improvements or recurring challenges
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions as required
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Accuracy and timeliness of initial pre-assessment/loan proposal
- Accuracy and timeliness of loan submissions
- Client satisfaction scores and feedback
- Percentage of approved loans versus applications submitted
- Percentage of accurate loan submissions with nil errors/unnecessary submission rework
- Percentage of loan settlements meeting required deadlines
- Compliance audit results
- Submission and pre-assessment process audit results
- Completion of annual reviews
Requirements
- Solid 3 or more years experience as a Parabroker with end-to-end loan processing and credit analysis within AU Mortgage Broking Industry
- Exceptional customer service
- Strong understanding of mortgage, asset finance, personal loan and business/commercial loan products and application processes
- Experience in loan processing, financial services, or a related field
- Proficiency in CRM systems and loan submission platforms
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Demonstrated problem-solving ability
- Excellent time management and planning
- Experience with Mercury CRM (essential)
- Proficiency with Microsoft
Leadership and Behaviors Required
- Teamwork
- Customer-focused
- Quality and Safety Focused
- Being motivated
- Loyalty to the job and business
- Honesty and integrity
- Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively
Preferred Qualifications
- Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking or equivalent
- Previous experience in a mortgage broking firm or lending institution
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements in the financial services industry
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: PHP 140,000 - 165,000/month
Location
- Work Schedule: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Philippine Time