Closing Manager
Job Description
Job Title: Mortgage Closing Manager
Location: Tempe, AZ (Hybrid: 3 days in office / 2 days remote)
CornerStone Professional Placement has partnered with a national mortgage company in their search for a Mortgage Closing Manager to lead and oversee the closing function within a high-volume lending environment. This role will be responsible for managing day-to-day closing operations, supporting team performance, and ensuring loans are executed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory standards. We are seeking a hands-on leader who can balance team development with direct involvement in production while driving process improvements across the department.
Responsibilities:
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of closing professionals, ensuring strong performance and accountability
• Oversee pipeline flow and ensure loans are closed accurately and within expected timeframes
• Maintain a small personal pipeline to stay connected to operations and identify improvement opportunities
• Step in to support team workload during peak volume or coverage gaps
• Evaluate current workflows and implement enhancements to improve efficiency and turnaround times
• Partner cross-functionally with processing, underwriting, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution
• Monitor production metrics and adjust team priorities to meet business demands
• Ensure adherence to all regulatory guidelines and internal quality standards
Requirements:
• 5+ years of experience in mortgage closing
• 2+ years of leadership or team management experience
• Strong knowledge of closing and funding processes
• Experience working in a high-volume, production-driven environment
• Ability to identify operational gaps and implement process improvements
• Strong communication and leadership skills
Compensation and Benefits:
• Employment Type: Direct Hire
• Schedule: Hybrid (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday in office; Wednesday & Friday remote)
• Location: Tempe, AZ
• Salary: $65,000 base + performance-based bonus
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), flexible PTO, company-paid life insurance
If you are an experienced mortgage operations leader with a proven track record of team development and process improvement, we invite you to apply today and take the next step in your career with a company committed to growth and operational excellence. Send your resume to Allison Harrison at allisonh@cornerstonestaffing.com and call 817-635-0500 ext. 162 for immediate consideration.
Meet Your Recruiter
Allison Harrison
Allison began her recruiting career with CornerStone in 1997 and progressed to the role of Operations Manager, where she managed several successful clerical staffing offices. She then advanced to her most current role as Director of Direct Hire. Allison's success can be attributed to her ability to understand the dynamics of each organization she services. She is a true partner! Her diverse recruiting and management background has given her the innate ability to source the ideal candidate for her clients. Allison is particularly successful with passive sourcing of Executive Level Talent. Some of Allison’s specialties include Accounting, Finance, Financial Services, Banking, Insurance, Legal and Mortgage.
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