Loss Mitigation Specialist I (On-site)

Exceed the expectations of our residential mortgage borrowers & business partners through superior service, simple processes, and effective communications.If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.We deliver on this mission by empowering our employees by encouraging and recognizing superior performance and innovative solutions, by promoting teamwork and divisional cooperation.POSITION SUMMARYThe Loss Mitigation Specialist role is split into two groups who are responsible for establishing contact, communicating, and negotiating with borrowers, investors, and real estate agents, via verbal and written means, to resolve at-risk mortgages. In addition, the Loss Mitigation Specialist will review, counter, and approve loss mitigation deals within their delegated authority.Duties and ResponsibilitiesHandles multiple mortgage products that are 60+ days delinquent, as governed by investor, departmental and legal guidelines.Handles inbound and outbound calls supporting homeowner questions and helping homeowners to become engaged in loss mitigation workout assistance.Keeps servicing files up to date so borrowers can receive the best assistance, and so that the company has knowledge of the borrower's situation and the condition of the collateral.Minimizes loss due to foreclosure through the use of loss mitigation options, such as pre-foreclosure sales, loan modifications and repayment plans.Reviewing, analyzing, and underwriting routine individual consumer reports.Analyzing and understanding credit bureau information, collateral valuation reports, tax returns, financial statements, property insurance declaration pages, Homeowners Association (HOA) documents and other supporting documentation to verify customer financial and property data.Reviews title searches to ensure that no title issues threaten the standing of our investor's lien on the property.Makes calls to borrowers, borrowers' authorized representatives, and brokers.Analyzes financial statements, tax returns, credit reports, and the value of the collateral in order to determine and recommend the most feasible and appropriate workout to the customer.Addresses any borrower questions or concerns. Handles escalated files appropriately by providing an articulate and complete response.Contributes to the progress of the department by understanding the measurements used to define success and how they can positively impact those measurements.Certifies that all required actions have taken place prior to completing a foreclosure sale.Ensures compliance with company policies and procedures.Performs related duties as assigned by management.Qualifications and Education RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent, required.Bachelor's degree, preferred.2-4 years' experience in mortgage loan processing, Loss Mitigation, Collections, or related mortgage servicing experience.Skills, Abilities, and KnowledgeAbility to obtain and maintain ongoing Mortgage Loan Originator License.Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.Excellence in consulting and advising customers via telephone and written communication.Understanding of debt collections in any stage of delinquency.Collections, Foreclosure, Bankruptcy and Real Estate Owned (REO) experience preferred.Portfolio management, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.Comfortable talking on the phone for extended periodsOkay with sitting for extended periods of timeComfortable working on a computer for extended period of time, including typing and viewing a screen.Additional InformationPosition responsibilities are governed by Federal SAFE Act qualification standards and/or state licensing, registration, or exemption requirements. As a result, the applicant is required to demonstrate financial responsibility, character, and general fitness to perform in the role and is subject to additional criminal record restrictions. Employees in this position are subject to on-going credit and background reviews to ensure continued compliance with position responsibilities.While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position's requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Okta Verify and Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.SINDHP1Additional Information:While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position's requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Okta Verify and Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.Company Benefits:Newrez is a great place to work but we are only as strong as our greatest asset, our employees, so we believe in rewarding them!Medical, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account with employer contribution401(k) Retirement plan with employer matchPaid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding LeavePet insuranceAdoption AssistanceTuition reimbursementEmployee Loan ProgramThe Newrez Employee Emergency and Disaster Fund is a new program to support our team membersNewrez NOW:Our Corporate Social Responsibility program, Newrez NOW, empowers employees to become leaders in their communities through a robust program that includes volunteering, philanthropy, nonprofit grants, and more1 Volunteer Time Off (VTO) day, company-paid volunteer day where all eligible employees may participate in a volunteer event with a nonprofit of their choiceEmployee Matching Gifts Program: We will match monetary employee donations to eligible non-profit organizations, dollar-for-dollar, up to $1,000 per employeeNewrez Grants Program: Newrez hosts a giving portal where we provide employees an abundance of resources to search for an opportunity to donate their time or monetary contributionsEqual Employment OpportunityWe're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Different makes us better.

Created: 2025-07-26