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LOCK DESK SPECIALIST

Denver, CO · Hybrid

$45K - $60K/yr

Maintain all product eligibility and underwriting rules in Optimal Blue and Encompass. * Research company's portfolio guidelines and policies in response to requests from MLOs, TPOs and Account ...

LOCK DESK SPECIALIST

Denver, CO · On-site

$45K - $60K/yr

Maintain all product eligibility and underwriting rules in Optimal Blue and Encompass. * Research company's portfolio guidelines and policies in response to requests from MLOs, TPOs and Account ...

Loan Officer Assistant (Bilingual)

Tampa, FL · On-site

$35K - $48K/yr

Experience with Encompass/ Optimal Blue/ DU/ LP/ and major origination systems preferred. * W orking knowledge of mortgage origination process, FNMA, FHA, VA, RD, and SAFE ACT guidelines. To see new ...

... Optimal Blue and Simple Nexus is a plus. Other: This is a Mid to upper-level management position with the opportunity to earn a seat at the table in a senior level capacity through proven success and ...

Pricing / PPE (Optimal Blue, PPEs, custom pricing feeds) * Credit / VOE/VOI / fraud tools Doc prep, eClose, eSign * LOS → DWH/BI data flow * Servicing boarding / secondary / investor delivery

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Optimal Blue position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a role specializing in Optimal Blue, such as an Optimal Blue Administrator or Specialist, candidates should have a strong background in mortgage banking, secondary marketing, or financial services along with proficiency in pricing and product eligibility systems. Experience with the Optimal Blue loan origination software, product and pricing engine (PPE), and relevant certifications or training are highly valued. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential soft skills to excel in this environment. Possessing these competencies allows professionals to optimize loan pricing strategies and ensure compliance, greatly impacting profitability and efficiency in mortgage operations.

What is an Optimal Blue job?

An Optimal Blue job typically refers to a role at Optimal Blue, a fintech company specializing in mortgage automation and secondary marketing solutions. Employees at Optimal Blue often work in technology, data analytics, client support, or finance-related positions to help lenders optimize pricing and risk management. Roles may range from software development and data engineering to account management and client success. The company focuses on improving loan pricing automation and secondary market transactions for mortgage lenders.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for someone working in an Optimal Blue Administrator or Specialist position?

As an Optimal Blue Administrator or Specialist, your daily responsibilities include managing and updating loan product pricing, configuring investor guidelines, troubleshooting system issues, and supporting loan officers and secondary marketing staff. You’ll often work closely with IT teams, compliance officers, and loan originators to ensure the pricing engine functions smoothly and accurately reflects current market conditions. Additionally, you may be involved in onboarding new users, providing training, and maintaining documentation for audit and compliance purposes. This role is vital in enabling mortgage lenders to stay competitive while meeting regulatory requirements.

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LOCK DESK SPECIALIST

$45K - $60K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Overview
ABOUT US:

Founded in 1993, Bayview Asset Management is an investment management firm focused on investments in mortgage and consumer credit, including whole loans, asset-backed securities, mortgage servicing rights, and other credit-related assets.

 

POSITION SUMMARY: 

The Lock Desk Specialist will execute Bayview’s pricing strategies. You will be required to follow all necessary policies and procedures and focus on driving Bayview’s pricing strategies (locks, re-locks, extensions and manual adjustments). You will work closely with team members as well as the Sales department to answer questions, provide day-to-day assistance to MLO’s, Correspondent’s, and Broker’s.

 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Support origination channels, Retail, Correspondent and Wholesale divisions with rate locks, manual pricing adjustments and other related transactions.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external customers; MLOs, Correspondents, Brokers, and TPOs Sales.
  • Assist in training new Lock Desk Specialists.
  • Monitor all department mailboxes to ensure timely responses.
  • Ensure accuracy of pricing.
  • Support Management team of all our pricing engines and systems.
  • Maintain all product eligibility and underwriting rules in Optimal Blue and Encompass.
  • Research company’s portfolio guidelines and policies in response to requests from MLOs, TPOs and Account Executives.
  • Serve as liaison between the company’s MLOs, TPOs, AEs and Underwriters to resolve program and product questions.
  • Responsible for all lock desk related activities including lock requests, change requests, extensions, and re-locks with both internal and external investors.
  • Perform duties related to reviewing, processing, analyzing, and reconciling loan transactions to ensure loan data is valid and accurate.
  • Knowledge of FHA, VA, Jumbo, NonQM and Conventional loan programs.
  • Provide rate quotes upon request.
  • Daily uploading production and distribution of rate sheets.
  • Handle special tasks as assigned by Manager as needed.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in Secondary Marketing.
 

SKILLS:

  • Ability to complete urgent matters from MLOs, TPOs and Account Executives in a timely manner.
  • Ability to oversee other team members’ questions and concerns.
  • Wide understanding of manual pricing adjustments.
  • Excellent knowledge of rate sheets.
  • Exceptional knowledge of Encompass, Optimal Blue and MRN and HomeLend.
  • Ability to work efficiently with a high level of attention to finer details.
  • Ability to prioritize, follow through and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to build strong relationships with MLOs, TPOs and Account Executives.
  • Ability to work effectively under aggressive deadlines.
  • Ability to work in a team or individual setting.
  • Exceptional analytical, written and verbal communication skills.

 

 

LOCATION & COMPENSATION:

  • This is a hybrid role (3 days per week) based in Bayview’s Denver office or can be fully remote. 
  • Base compensation is expected to be $45,000 - $60,000 with the opportunity for bonus compensation.
EEOC

Bayview is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All aspects of consideration for employment and employment with the Company are governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

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