Loan Processor Jobs in Illinois

A Loan Processor in the banking industry serves as an intermediary between the potential borrower and the lending institution. They are responsible for reviewing loan applications, conducting credit research, coordinating with underwriters, and ensuring that the loans are processed in a timely manner. They assess the ability of the applicant to repay the loan, verify the information provided, and prepare documents for closing. The Loan Processor plays a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the loan approval process, that conforms with bank regulations and guidelines.

Important skills for a Loan Processor include excellent communication, attention to detail, quality customer service, and problem-solving abilities. They should be proficient in using loan processing software and have a strong understanding of banking and financial principles. Some of the certifications that could be beneficial are Certified Mortgage Loan Processor (NAMP-CMLP) and FHA Direct Endorsement (DE) Underwriting certification. Prior to becoming a Loan Processor, an individual might have roles such as Loan Officer Assistant, Credit Analyst, or Customer Service Representative in a banking or financial institution.

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Loan Processor

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 2 days ago

Previous experience in a loan processing/support role preferred. Knowledge of mortgage loan process and related regulatory requirements....

Mortgage Loan Processor II

  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 5 days ago

*Required Qualifications** * Minimum 2 years of mortgage loan processing experience required. * Minimum 2 years of experience of state and federal lending regulations (e.g....

Booking Analyst, Loan Operations Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

How You'll Succeed Loan Documentation - Interpreting and understanding loan documents such as note or credit agreements for new, renewed and modified loans....

Loan Processor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Loan Processor with recent experience in a retail lending environment....

Mortgage Loan Processor I 2188

  • Lincoln, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Lincoln, IL
  • 10 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Brief Overview**\\The Mortgage Loan Processor I processes approved mortgage loanapplications and follows established lending policies and procedures.This...

Senior Loan Operations Specialist

  • Moline, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Moline, IL
  • 11 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Position Overview: The Senior Loan Operations Specialist plays a critical role in supporting the Credit Union's loan operations by overseeing the end-to-end...

Loan Processor

  • IL
  • 13 days ago
  • IL
  • 13 days ago

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned Loan Processor with recent experience in a retail lending environment....

Remote Sr, Loan Processor, Wholesale,

  • Springfield, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 13 days ago

** Responsible for providing quality loan processing, reviewing files for adherence to underwriting standards and ensuring completeness of submission....

Remote Work

PGIM Real Estate - Agricultural Loan Processor

  • Lisle, IL
  • 13 days ago
  • Lisle, IL
  • 13 days ago

What you will do We are looking for an astute, determined professional with Commercial Lending experience to fill an open Loan Processor role within our rapidly growing Agricultural Finance debt business...

Loan Processing Specialist

  • Mattoon, IL
  • 16 days ago
  • Mattoon, IL
  • 16 days ago

Independently analyzes complex loan documentation in order to set up and fund loan accounts while adhering to bank standards and loan policy....

Bilingual Mortgage Loan Processor - Spanish

  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 days ago

Guaranteed Rate is currently seeking a hard-working, dedicated Bilingual (Spanish) Loan Coordinator (Loan Processor) to join our innovative and passionate team....

PGIM Real Estate - Loan Processor

  • Lisle, IL
  • 23 days ago
  • Lisle, IL
  • 23 days ago

What you will do We are looking for an astute, determined professional with Commercial Lending experience to fill an open Loan Processor role within our rapidly growing Agricultural Finance debt business...

Loan Origination Specialist

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 29 days ago

Consumers Credit Union (CCU) is adding a new Loan Origination Specialist to the Sales team! This is a great opportunity for someone who strives to cultivate a high level of member engagement by...

Mortgage Loan Processor III

  • Springfield, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Mortgage Loan Processor III Company: City National Bank Location: Springfield, IL Date Posted: 3/5/25, 4:49 AM MORTGAGE LOAN PROCESSOR III WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?...

Loan Processor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Minimum of 5 years residential mortgage processing experience. Experience with Encompass....

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Loan Processing
Processing a loan can be a complex endeavor. The most common loans offered by mortgage lenders include conventional conforming, conventional nonconforming, FHA, VA, and subprime loans. For most...
Loan Processing: The Decision
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Loan Processing: Verification
The second step of loan processing is verification. After the loan application is completed, it's turned over to the loan processor. They obtain the necessary information from the applicant and...

Salary for Loan Processor Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Loan Processors in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.6%
High School or GED
23.0%
Associate's Degree
14.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.8%
Master's Degree
11.0%
Some College
2.4%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Loan Processors in Illinois
2-4 years
30.6%
Less than 1 year
23.9%
6-8 years
13.6%
None
12.9%
4-6 years
12.3%
1-2 years
6.7%



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