Producing Branch Manager - Washington Remote

Northrim Bank/Residential Mortgage, LLC is hiring a Producing Branch Manager to lead and develop a team of Mortgage Loan Originators while generating personal residential mortgage loan production. The role is responsible for branch sales growth, loan quality and compliance, partner relationships, staff development, and improving the customer experience.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and motivate a team of Mortgage Loan Originators to hit (and exceed) production goals
• Set sales objectives, track performance, and drive annual growth in volume, revenue, and loan quality
• Originate a wide variety of residential mortgage loans while staying active in outside sales
• Build and maintain strong relationships with realtors, referral partners, and community influencers
• Conduct loan interviews, review applications, and guide borrowers through the mortgage process
• Ensure all loans meet investor guidelines and industry standards (compliance matters here!)
• Create a culture of success, accountability, ethics, and teamwork within the branch
• Lead monthly originator meetings and coordinate ongoing training and development
• Partner on marketing strategies, campaigns, and Marketing Service Agreements (MSAs)
• Stay ahead of industry trends, regulations, and competitive insights
• Review customer feedback and continuously improve the client experience

Requirements:

• You're a natural leader who enjoys mentoring and developing talent
• You know mortgage products, guidelines, and the sales process inside and out
• You communicate clearly, confidently, and with purpose
• You're organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable making tough decisions
• You thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• You balance sales drive with a strong commitment to compliance and ethics
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
  (or 4 years of equivalent experience)
• 6+ years of mortgage industry sales and/or management experience
• Active NMLS registration and annual certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Comfortable using standard office equipment and mortgage systems
• Military education or experience welcomed and considered