At Equity Bank, it is our goal to find motivated employees who wish to partner with us in serving people— helping clients and businesses in all their financial concerns. Our goal is that every person who enters our bank will be better off financially for having made the choice to bank with us.

Equity Bank is currently seeking a Commercial Loan Assistant.

Description:

1. Process and close commercial loans while providing accurate and detailed support.
2. Assist in managing loan officer’s portfolio.
3. Bank Compliance, Laws, Regulations.
a) Keep up-to-date on all laws and regulations
b) Complete necessary responsibilities to maintain compliance
c) Follow bank processes and procedures.
4. Maintain active and open communications, and provide quality customer service to both internal and external customers. 

• Experience: Six months to two years of similar or related experience
• Education: Equivalent to a high school education
• Other Skills: Excellent typing and work processing skills. Ten-key calculator, typewriter and keyboard skills. Familiarity with loan origination software, word processing, database management and Internet based software programs

• Understanding of loan underwriting procedures and guidelines; familiarity with conventional and government loan programs
• Organizational skills: the ability to stay focused on what needs to be done next in order to keep loans moving toward an on-time closing; the ability to remain calm under pressure and to prioritize and handle multiple tasks
• Communication & Negotiation skills: the ability to enlist the cooperation of others (Customers, Realtors, Underwriters, Appraisers, etc.) in order to achieve the common goal of loan approval and closing
• Empathy & Relationship skills: the ability to understand the questions and concerns people have when buying or selling a home, and to make them feel you understand and that we are here to help