Senior Loan Processor / Loan Operations Specialist
On-site | Southern California (Encinitas preferred / Riverside option available)
We are a well-established financial institution seeking an experienced Senior Loan Processor / Loan Operations Specialist to join our Loan Operations team. This role supports loan processing, loan booking, and servicing functions and is ideal for someone who knows loan documentation inside and out and wants long-term stability with growth potential.
What You’ll Do
Process loans from approval through closing and funding
Review loan documentation for accuracy, compliance, and completeness
Coordinate with lenders, escrow/title, legal, and internal teams
Book new loans into the core system and support post-closing activities
Process funding requests and loan draw transactions
Support loan servicing and maintenance functions as needed
Serve as a key backup to senior team members within Loan Operations
Identify process improvements and help strengthen internal controls
What We’re Looking For
5+ years of loan processing or loan operations experience
Banking experience strongly preferred
(Escrow or title professionals with heavy loan document exposure will be considered)
Strong understanding of loan documentation and closing workflows
Experience with loan booking and funding
Detail-oriented, reliable, and comfortable working in an on-site team environment
Nice to Have
Experience with FIS / Fiserv or similar core systems
Commercial loan exposure
Interest in growing into a senior or leadership support role
Compensation & Benefits
Salary range: depending on experience
Competitive benefits package
Long-term opportunity with a stable, experienced team
This is an on-site role. Remote work is not available.