Role Description
The Mortgage Broking Assistant provides end-to-end operational and administrative support to an Australian-based mortgage broking team. This is a specialized role requiring prior experience in mortgage processing and loan support β not a general VA or EA position.
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Assist brokers with end-to-end loan application processing
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Prepare and package loan files for submission to lenders
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Manage supporting documentation (ID, income, credit checks, serviceability docs)
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Conduct preliminary file checks to ensure completeness and compliance
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Liaise with lenders for updates, additional documents, and status tracking
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Monitor loan milestones from application through to settlement
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Experience with Pricing and Valuations
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Maintain and update broker CRM systems
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Work within aggregator platforms (e.g., ApplyOnline / equivalent aggregator systems)
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Ensure accurate data entry and record keeping
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Track loan pipeline and update status reports
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Communicate professionally via phone and email
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Liaise with brokers, lenders, solicitors, and other stakeholders
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Provide regular file updates to brokers
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Ensure files meet aggregator and lender compliance standards
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Maintain document integrity and version control
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Follow company-specific processes and regulatory requirements
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File preparation and organization
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Support brokers with ad hoc administrative tasks
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Assist with post-settlement documentation and archiving
Qualifications
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2+ yearsβ experience in mortgage broking support OR loan processing
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Experience with Australian mortgage documentation and workflows
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Understanding of aggregator systems
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Hands-on experience in loan writing support or mortgage assistant role
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Experience working remotely or supporting offshore clients (preferred)
Requirements
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Experience using mortgage CRM systems
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Experience with aggregator platforms
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Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
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Strong document management skills
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Ability to work with cloud-based tools
Soft Skills & Competencies
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High attention to detail
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Strong written and verbal English communication
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Ability to follow structured processes
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Self-managed and disciplined (remote environment)
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Proactive problem-solving ability
Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Loan file accuracy rate
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Turnaround time for document collection and file submission
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CRM accuracy and data completeness
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Responsiveness to broker queries
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Compliance adherence rate
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File progression timelines
Additional Preferred Skills/Experiences (Not Required)
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Social Media & Marketing Support
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Creation and scheduling of social media content across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
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Graphic design support using tools such as Canva
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Setting up and managing event registrations via Eventbrite
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Assisting with email marketing campaigns
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Monitoring social media engagement and reporting on basic metrics
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Supporting the coordination of client events and webinars