Loan Originator Jobs in Arkansas

A Loan Originator, also known as a mortgage loan officer, plays an essential role in the banking industry. Their primary role is to solicit new business and originate new loan applications for the bank or lending institution. They work with individuals or businesses seeking loans, clarify the different types of loans and terms the bank offers, and gather personal and financial data to complete loan applications. They also analyze and verify the loan applications to determine the borrower's creditworthiness and ability to repay the loan. They then forward the completed applications to the underwriting department for approval.

Loan originators must have excellent communication and customer service skills, as they are the first point of contact for customers seeking loans. They need strong analytical skills to accurately evaluate financial information and make informed decisions. Loan originators should also be familiar with industry regulations and lending programs. Some important certifications for a loan originator include Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) license, which requires passing the National Mortgage Licensing System (NMLS) exam. Before becoming a loan originator, one might have roles such as a loan processor, a bank teller, or a sales representative in a financial institution.

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Financial Aid/Loan Specialist

  • De Queen, AR
  • 8 hours ago
  • De Queen, AR
  • 8 hours ago

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday...

Financial Aid/Loan Specialist

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 1 day ago

Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday...

Mortgage Banker (Fayetteville, AR, US, 72701)

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 2 days ago

Req ID: 76349 Location: Fayetteville -FAY Areas of Interest: Mortgage, Loan Origination; Mortgage Banking Pay Transparency Salary Range: Not Available Application Deadline: 07/31/2025 BOK Financial...

Commercial Loan Officer II

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 8 days ago

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - College degree in general business, finance, economics or accounting - Five (5) years lending experience - Five (5) years experience with banking, investment, or economic analysis...

Commercial Loan Officer I

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 8 days ago

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - College degree in general business, finance, economics or accounting - Five (5) years lending experience - Five (5) years experience with banking, investment, or economic analysis...

Call Center Consumer Loan Specialist

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 16 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 16 days ago

NMLS (Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System) registry will be required, including finger printing and background checks....

Loan Officer - Bilingual

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 19 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 19 days ago

Maintain strict adherence to federal, state, and company regulations and guidelines throughout the loan origination process....

Mortgage Loan Originator

  • Bearden, AR
  • 20 days ago
  • Bearden, AR
  • 20 days ago

Mortgage Loan Originator LOCATION -- Knoxville, Tennessee 37919 Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity...

Mortgage Lender

  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Fayetteville, AR
  • 22 days ago

The Mortgage Lender should maximize revenue generation byutilizing all cross-selling opportunities....

Loan Administrative Assistant - Malvern, AR

  • Malvern, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Malvern, AR
  • 22 days ago

Provides excellent customer service to Bank's customers through loan process....

Loan Specialist

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 24 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 24 days ago

Loan Specialist Job ID: 569022 Location: Little Rock, AR Category: Office and Administrative Employment Type: Temp Job Title: Loan Specialist Location: Little Rock, AR Pay Rate: $18.00 per hour...

Financial Services Representative

  • Rogers, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 30+ days ago

What We Are Looking For We are seeking Financial Services Representatives to join our Team at @Work! @Work has partnered with a leading provider of financial solutions to help individuals and...

Commercial Loan Officer I

  • Pocahontas, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pocahontas, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Primary duties will be to provide loan services to our customers and prospective customers primarily in commercial lending with some consumer lending as well....

Business Loan Broker, Little Rock

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Through our extensive network of trusted lenders, we help businesses secure the financing they need to grow and succeed....

Commercial Loan Officer

  • Texarkana, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Texarkana, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with loan origination software....

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Loan Originator Jobs in Arkansas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireBanking research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Loan Originators in Arkansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.0%
High School or GED
20.6%
Master's Degree
13.8%
Associate's Degree
13.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.6%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Loan Originators in Arkansas
4-6 years
40.5%
2-4 years
30.9%
Less than 1 year
14.0%
10+ years
6.3%
1-2 years
6.1%
6-8 years
2.2%



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