Remote Mortgage Loan Officer

Date PostedMay 17, 2026LocationWashington DCCompanyZillowSalary$12.00 - $25.00 hourlyTypeMid Level

Job Summary

As a purchase-focused Mortgage Loan Officer, you will originate home loans for customers within the Zillow ecosystem. You will manage the loan process from application through closing while delivering a best-in-class customer experience. The role requires operating effectively in either a high-volume, digitally driven or a relationship-based model.

Responsibilities

  • Manage purchase mortgage loans from application to closing
  • Convert leads into funded loans via proactive consultation
  • Maintain active pipeline and meet productivity KPIs
  • Collaborate with processing, underwriting, and closing teams
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain professional licensing

Required Skills

  • 3+ years mortgage origination experience
  • Active NMLS state or federal bank license
  • Expertise in purchase transactions
  • Proficiency in CRM and Loan Origination Systems
  • Strong consultative sales and communication skills

Job Details

### Responsibilities - Originate and manage purchase mortgage loans from application through closing while ensuring compliance with all requirements. - Convert company-provided purchase opportunities into funded loans through proactive follow-up and effective borrower consultation. - Build strong relationships with customers and, where applicable, with Zillow Preferred Agents and local partners. - Manage an active pipeline while meeting defined service levels, productivity metrics, and funding expectations. - Leverage Zillow's CRM, loan origination systems (LOS), and data-driven tools to manage pipeline health and customer engagement. - Partner with centralized processing, underwriting, and closing teams to move loans efficiently. - Deliver a consistent, high-quality customer experience through phone, email, and text communication. - Stay current on market trends, lending programs, and regulatory requirements to provide tailored financing solutions. - Maintain active licensing, complete required education, and participate in ongoing professional development. ### Requirements - 3+ years of mortgage origination experience with a strong emphasis on purchase transactions (active NMLS Loan Originator or federal bank license). - Completion of the 20-hour CORE Pre-Licensing Education and successful passage of the SAFE Mortgage Loan Originator Test - National Component with Uniform State Content. - Physically located in and working remotely from Washington DC. - Proven success originating purchase loans in either a high-volume, phone-based sales environment or an agent-centric referral model. - Strong client service orientation with consultative sales skills. - Proficiency with CRM, LOS, and Microsoft products (Outlook, Word, Excel). - Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.