Loan Operations Manager Remote Jobs in Mount Prospect, IL

Job Type
Full-time
Description
National Covenant Properties (NCP) is a $400 million church extension fund, that operates as a financial
ministry affiliate of The Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) denomination. NCP provides investment products
to members of Covenant churches and offers lending and real estate services solutions to local congregations
and affiliated organizations as they seek to expand their facilities and ministries. NCP is looking to fill the
position of Loan Operations Manager to provide administrative support to our lending operations in the
areas of loan document creation, preparation of loan closing packages, manage construction loan draw
process, customer service to our borrowers affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church.
Summary
The Loan Operations Manager will support the President and Vice Presidents of Real Estate Services for NCP.
In this position you will provide customer service to our borrowers by participating in all aspects of the NCP
lending process from post loan approval through loan payoff and release. You will interact extensively with
our Title Company vendors in support of the loan closing process. As the Loan Operations Manager you will
have the opportunity to apply your experience and knowledge of pre-loan requirements (for example Phase 1
environmental site assessments, land surveys and building inspections) in an environment where your work
and contribution truly matter. This position will collaborate in operational and administrative support efforts
to help advance NCP strategies and mission.
Essential Functions
• Full Time; in office position, Monday through Friday; 8:30am -5:00pm; 95% of borrower and vendor
interaction through phone or email communication, 95% in person interaction with NCP President and
VPs of Real Estate Services.
• Research and coordinate pre-loan Property Purchase activities for Phase I site inspections, land surveys,
building inspections, and local title company services. Monitor due diligence check list for property
purchases. Research and engage local church to maintain corporate good standing of loan applicants.
• Prepare loan approval letters and legal document requirements for approved loans, order title
commitments, review for accuracy and ensure proper recording to maintain integrity of NCP collateral.
• Prepare loan documentation packages for loans documented in LaserPro and monitor loan
documentation packages for loans documented with outside legal counsel.
• Manage loan closing process, communication with Title companies, borrowers and all stakeholders to
successfully close and book the loan.
• Monitor post-closing completion of physical and electronic legal file documents for all loans.
June, 2026
• Direct construction loan escrow process insuring compliance from all stakeholders (church, title
company, local contractors) to maintain NCP lien position on construction lending projects.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgement in preparation of loan modifications as approved by the
NCP Board of Directors
• Manage compliance for active certificates of property insurance, UCC filing renewals, and financial
statement collection cycle on every loan, with support from NCP customer services representatives.
• Manage loan rate adjustment cycle and provide customer service and communication for loan payment
inquiries,
• Other projects as assigned by the President and Sr. Vice President of Operations
Requirements
Education and Experience
Required: Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance or accounting, equivalent combination of
education and experience. Knowledge and experience in the loan processing industry a plus. 3-5 years
experience in supporting role in lending industry, including experience in an office environment with loan
documentation, loan closings, construction loan escrow and emphasis on customer service.
Skills
• Personal and demonstrated Christian faith (member or regular attender of a Covenant church
preferred).
• Mastery of Office 365, Microsoft and Windows application, databases development and management,
and web technologies.
• Detail oriented, strong organization, prioritization and time-management skills are eminent.
• A team player that ensures caring and excellent customer service to account holders.
• Excels in attention to detail with high level of accuracy in preparation of financial transactions, written
documents, reports and correspondence.
• Effectively communicates in written and verbal forms in person and via communication mediums.
• Works well under pressure and is able to accurately accomplish multiple tasks, with conflicting priorities
and timelines. Ability to track and report progress on a wide range of tasks, simultaneously.
• Ability to respond to and deal with a range of ad hoc queries/requests.
• Capable of managing stress by accepting criticism, engaging in conflict resolution, dealing calmly and
effectively with high stress situations.
• Ability to operate with discretion and confidentiality at all times, especially related to customer
information
• Maintains flexibility in approach and adjusts actions when appropriate.
• Uses critical thinking skills to exercise discretion and independent judgement, applying logic and
reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches
to address challenges.
• Self-starter, with ability to effectively engage with attorneys, title companies, and outside real estate
service providers to work independently.
Environment Conditions
Able to work well in professional office setting, occasionally works evenings and weekends. Must be
versatile and able to work for prolonged segments sitting or standing. Must engage frequently with office
tools and equipment, such as: computer, copier, phone, web-conferencing equipment, cell communication,
printers, calculators, scanners, etc. Must be able to occasionally lift or move items, less than 35 lbs.
Salary Description
$65,000-$85,000