Funder at Saxton Mortgage, LLC

Mortgage Operations | Orange County, CA; San Diego, CA (Hybrid/Remote/Onsite)


Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Mortgage Funder to join our operations team. This role is responsible for reviewing clear-to-close loans, confirming all funding conditions are satisfied per investor approval, coordinating with warehouse banks, and disbursing loan proceeds in compliance with regulatory and investor requirements.

Experience

  • 2–5+ years of mortgage funding experience in a lender environment
  • Experience working in a non-delegated model 
  • Proficiency with Encompass or MeridianLink Mortgage LOS - Preferred
  • Direct experience ordering wires and coordinating funding with warehouse banks
  • Strong understanding of agency guidelines (Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac), FHA, VA, and conventional products
  • Knowledge of TRID, RESPA, and compliance requirements
  • High attention to detail with strong organizational skills
  • Ability to manage multiple loans and meet strict funding deadlines
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Review loan files after investor-issued Clear to Close (CTC) to ensure all prior-to-funding conditions are cleared
  • Confirm loan documents align with investor approval and final underwriting conditions
  • Review and balance Closing Disclosure (CD), note, security instrument, and funding figures
  • Ensure compliance with TRID timing requirements and applicable state funding laws
  • Prepare and submit funding requests to warehouse banks
  • Initiate and confirm wire instructions in accordance with internal controls and fraud prevention procedures
  • Coordinate with escrow/title companies, settlement agents, processors, and underwriters to ensure timely closings
  • Verify final insurance, income, and collateral documentation prior to funding
  • Maintain funding logs and pipeline tracking to meet closing deadlines
  • Communicate funding status to internal teams and management
  • Support post-closing and investor delivery teams as needed

This is a Full Time position