Loan Originator

**Company** Merchants Mortgage & Trust Corporation (“MMTC”) is a private real estate lender headquartered in Denver, Colorado. MMTC specializes in short term residential bridge loans for Fix & Flip investors, commercial loans, construction loans and rental property loans. MMTC was acquired by KKR, a leading global investment firm, in 2022. **Compensation: 150k/ year to 250k/ year (base + commission)** **Role Summary/Purpose** The Loan Originator will be responsible for sourcing, vetting, fostering, and closing relationships for Merchants Mortgage & Trust’s various Bridge Loan programs. Candidates should have relevant experience in providing builders with Bridge financing and should have relationships with loan borrowers active in the residential real estate Fix & Flip & Ground Up construction space. Candidates should be highly motivated, have strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a competitive yet rewarding sales position. **Responsibilities** - Identify, develop, and close on prospective bridge loan borrowers - Cultivate and maintain strong business relationships with borrowers - Obtain all required paperwork and financial information from perspective borrowers - Report business development and sales activity - Meet with new and existing prospects - Help develop and execute business plans with thorough market and competitor analysis **Other Responsibilities/Qualifications** - Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) - High motivation and a proactive mindset to understand problems, offer solutions, build relationships and work through institutional decision-making - A collaborative approach to getting work done - Team-player orientation - Critical thinker regarding risk and quality of assets being originated - Ability to work in a high volume, fast-paced environment and successfully meet established deadlines - Ability to work independently and be self-motivated with measurable results - Proficient in: Microsoft Excel, LinkedIn & LinkedIn Navigator, Teams **Eligibility Requirements** - Bachelor’s degree required - 2 or more years of experience originating bridge loans and a minimum monthly self-sourced pipeline of $3m - Established book of business - Excel, Word and basic computer skills **What We Offer** - Competitive Salary - Competitive rates and products - Full operations support - All necessary equipment provided to work remote or in office - Benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401K with Company Match **Other** - Must be authorized to work in US