Loan Operations Associate

Department: Loan OperationsReports To: SVP, Loan Operations and ServicesLocation: Rosemont, ILSignature, a division of Esquire Bank, is focused on lending to small to medium sized businesses. With plans for additional growth, we have identified a need to add a Loan Operations Associate to coordinate a variety of loan support functions.Position SummaryLoan support functions will include but will not be limited to handling loan payments, booking loans via Silverlake/Xperience(core) and FISERV, preparing LaserPro documents, loan maintenance, line advances, pay-off letters, printing and mailing loan statements, loan pay-offs, loan exception reporting, data entry, insurance tracking and filing. Some scanning and quality control will also be part of this position.This position will report directly to the SVP of Loan Operations with some interaction with the lending administration team and the lending officers.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesUtilize best practices and work with staff to develop continuity within the loan operations functionsUnderstand the loan process from first contact to payoffKnowledge of LaserProPrepare departmental reports when neededUnderstand lien perfection for a variety of loan typesCommunication within the department and cross-functional teamsRegularly review outgoing correspondence for professionalism and complianceGood with multi-tasking and time management is a priorityEstablish and ensure maintenance of loan information on document imaging software for tracking exceptionsQualifications and RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the responsibilities listed above. Commercial loan processing experience is required. An ability to read, write, and understand English is required. An ability to manage shifting priorities, multi-task and make logical decisions is necessary. Experience with Microsoft Office suite and Outlook programs on an intermediate level or above is desired. Ensure that all activities are performed in compliance with federal, state and Bank Secrecy Act regulatory requirements.Benefits:Salary $65,000 - $80,000 per yearHealth insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time off, 401k with employer match and annual performance bonusHybrid position with 1 remote workday per week after 90-day probationary periodOpportunities for professional growth and development. Positive and inclusive work environment.Apply now to be part of a dynamic organization dedicated to delivering excellence in banking services. Forward resumes to ann.buzzo@signature.esqbank.com. Signature is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.