Loan Officer / Executive Assistant - Maternity Leave Position for 8 months
We are seeking to hire an experienced Loan Officer / Executive Assistant to join our growing team.
Responsibilities
- Meet and communicate with applicants to explain the risks and benefits, as well as the terms and conditions of loan products and the associated regulations.
- Obtain relevant information and evaluate applicants' financial status, including credit history, debt-to-income ratio, and appraisal reports, to determine recommendation for loan approval.
- Ensure all necessary information and documentation relating to loan underwriting is recorded properly in electronic file format.
- Interview applicants to define financial eligibility and establish repayment plans.
- Submit loan applications in a timely manner.
- Prepare detailed loan proposals.
- Approve or reject loan applications.
- Respond to applicant’s questions and resolve any loan-related issues.
- Assist in the preparation of the Credit Unions strategy and financial projections.
- Report to and consult with management in a variety of areas:
- Risk & Compliance
- Internal Audit
- Preparation of Trading Accounts
- Electronic File processing
- Strategy & Policy
- Preparation of the board pack and associated documentation
Qualifications
- Degree in business administration, finance, economics, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in the mortgage lending, banking, or real estate industry
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, with a particular emphasis on excel, and the ability to use relevant industry-specific computer programs.
- QFA / APA qualification ideally but must be willing to undertake the qualification.
- Good and well developed interpersonal skills and strong customer service orientation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work both in a team and independently.
Work remotely: No
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Business hours Tuesday to Saturday
Work Location: In person – Ballymote, Sligo
Application deadline: 30/09/2026
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
