Job Description
Guild Mortgage Company , closing loans and opening doors since 1960. As a mortgage banking firm we are dedicated to serving the home owner/buyer. Our goal is to provide affordable home financing for our customers, utilizing the best terms available while providing a level of professionalism and service unsurpassed in the lending industry.
Position Summary The Loss Mitigation Specialist, Claims performs an important role in the organization by performing a variety of activities related to the company's Loss Mitigation functions.The role is responsible for preparing, reviewing, submitting, tracking and monitoring post-loss mitigation workouts (completed short sales and deed in lieu claims) to ensure all claims are processed timely, accurately and in compliance with investor and insurer requirements.
Essential Functions - Monitor filed claims to ensure acceptance; research and respond to any suspended or rejected claims.
- Update and send manager spreadsheet reflecting status of completed short sales and deed in lieus.
- Download origination and servicing documents in conjunction with individual Investors and/or insurers for underwriting purposes.
- Provide back-up for corporate advance reconciliations and finalizations of short sale files.
- Assist with the preparation of Trial Payment Plans (TPP'S), Type 1 & Type 2 forbearances, overnight shipping labels, and document copying.
- Track receipt of signed Trial Payment Plan; track plan payments and explain Trial Payment Plan terms to borrowers.
- File Claims for Type 1 Forbearances.
- Request, review, and authorize payments to appraisal companies.
- Enter and upload documents to internal imaging system.
- Assist with month-end Trial Payment Report monitoring and Forbearance Reporting.
- Demonstrate patience and professionalism when interacting with consumers via phone, email, or letter.
- Prepare complete and accurate call notes, written documentation, etc., and update customer files in system.
- Communicate effectively with individuals/teams to ensure high quality and timely response and resolution to issues.
- Assist with internal and external audit requests.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent required; college courses or a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business or a related field preferred, along with three or more years total back office mortgage servicing experience required, with at least two years working in loss mitigation related roles.
- Working knowledge of mortgage loan documents, including overall processes and inter-relationships, standards and requirements, terminology, compliance and regulatory requirements related to federal debt collection laws, Federal Bankruptcy Laws, and proper handling of other legal situations.
- Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures, CFPB, FCRA and FDCPA preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
- Highly organized and detail oriented; ability to work in a fast-paced, department-metrics-driven environment required.
- Basic math skills required.
- Proficiency with basic internet searches, data entry, Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required.
- Familiarity with document retention software; Blitzdoc preferred.
- 10-key by touch strongly preferred.
- Bi-lingual preferred.
Supervision - Moderate to intermittent supervision required, depending on experience level
- Moderate level of independent judgment and decision-making
- Travel: 0%
Requirements Physical: Work is primarily sedentary; occasionally walks and/or stands.
Manual Dexterity: Frequent use of computer keyboard and mouse.
Audio/Visual: Ability to accurately interpret sounds and associated meanings at a volume consistent with interpersonal conversation. Regularly required to accurately perceive, distinguish and interpret information received visually and through audio; e.g., words, numbers and other data broadcasted aloud/viewed on a screen, as well as print and other media.
Environmental: Office environment - no substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions.
Guild offers a pleasant work environment, competitive compensation and excellent benefits package; including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, LTD and 401(k) with employer match.
Guild Mortgage Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Targeted Salary Range: $20.27/hr to $26.83/hr
Compensation at Guild is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to local and federal minimum wage requirements, education, level of experience, and applicant's geographical location. Guild
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