Home Lending Specialist

You are an excellent communicator and display a strong attention to detail- Driven and motivated to reach targets in a sales-based environment- Salary + Super + Commission

We're REA

An Australian start-up success story we're quietly proud of. From a garage in Melbourne to the global stage is an achievement we're humbled by. Our idea to put pictures of houses on the internet has blossomed since 1995, and we now have businesses across Australia, Asia, India and North America.

Our purpose is to change the way the world experiences property. No matter where you're at on your property journey, we're here to help on every step - whether that's buying, selling, renting or renovating.

We’re proud to have been named one of Australia’s Best Workplaces for 2021. This recognition is a great proof point of our unique and special culture. A culture that is driven by our people, our values, and our commitment to making a difference in the community.

Where Mortgage Choice fits in

In July 2021, Mortgage Choice entered a new era after being acquired by REA Group. REA is creating a leading mortgage broking business at scale that will support more Australians with their home ownership aspirations. This is an exciting time of growth for Mortgage Choice, but something that remains the same is that our qualified mortgage brokers continue to provide first class customer service and advice to help our customers take control of their finances.

What we’re doing- Provide exceptional customer service in a timely and accurate measure and responding to the needs of customers throughout all stages of the lending cycle- Reach expected settlement targets while ensuring you have a high customer feedback rating- Seek out additional product sales opportunities from clients eg. asset finance, personal finance, commercial lending and general insurance referral opportunities for business partners-
- Follow the Franchise Operations System (FOS) as detailed in the Mortgage Choice Operations Manual, and as presented in the Mortgage Choice Information Center online, particularly in regards to responsible lending obligations and privacy obligations- Ensure upkeep of continuous development including but not limited to attending Lender accreditation sessions, maintaining industry CPD point score and ensuring accurate up to date knowledge of lenders products, policies and service levels- You’ll use your excellent problem-solving skills and product knowledge to answer customer queries and maintain and develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Who we’re looking for

You are someone who has a great professional presentation and is an excellent communicator. You will display a strong attention to detail and love to work in a fast-paced environment. In addition:
- You will have exceptional written and verbal communication skills in order to convey terms in a clear and concise manner- Experience of Home Lending / Mortgage or Credit products is essential with a minimum 3 years of current home loan lending experience with a bank or mortgage broker in a sales based environment- Proven track record in achieving sales results and business development skills- Confident to conduct home loan health checks- You will be confident to conduct calls to existing or new customers and be comfortable in cold-calling marketing activities that we may attend from time to time- Certificate IV in Finance and Mortgage Broking/Either MFAA or FBAA current accreditation would be an advantage- Be thorough, precise and take pride in all aspects of your role- Able to adapt to and learn changes in technology and our processes- Whilst there is no weekend work, we ask for flexibility should a customer seek an after-hours call

But we don’t just look for someone based on their skills and expertise. It’s our connection, acceptance and genuine care for each other that makes REA a great place to work. That means you also need to be:
Savvy minded and have curiosity to think a little left of field / outside the box- A strong and creative communicator- Friendly, approachable and have good relationship management skills- An avid contributor to our inclusive culture - we celebrate different perspectives and all play an active role in creating a sense of belonging

The REA experience

The physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our people is something we’ll never stop caring about. This is a place to learn and grow. We’re committed to your development - both professionally and personally. Your experience with us is something we take seriously.

We offer:
- A flexible working environment, meaning we strike the balance of what you need and what works for the business (and yes, our leaders fully understand the benefits of working flexibly)- A hybrid approach to the future of work
Generous and flexible parental leave offering for primary and secondary carers- Support for your mental and physical health and wellbeing via our ‘You Matter’