Mortgage Assistant / Loan Writer

Role overview

Key Mortgages is seeking a Mortgage Assistant / Loan Writer to join a close-knit brokerage team in Whangarei’s active property market. The business has built a strong reputation over more than a decade by offering a highly personalised service, maintaining strong relationships with lending partners, and helping clients move through the home-loan process with ease.

This position suits someone who can stay ahead of needs, communicate confidently with a wide range of stakeholders, and juggle multiple priorities without losing accuracy. It may appeal either to an administrator wanting to grow in the mortgage sector or to an experienced banking professional looking for a new challenge, with scope for development and long-term success.

What you will do

• Work closely with the owner/director and act as a dependable support person to help make the best use of their time
• Maintain and manage a large existing client portfolio
• Prepare loan applications and gather supporting information, including follow-up where needed
• Build and nurture strong relationships with stakeholders and key partners
• Keep the CRM up to date and accurate
• Assist with system implementation initiatives
• Handle refix-related administration and follow-ups
• Support client retention activities
• Safeguard confidential and highly sensitive information

What the role calls for

The business is looking for someone with excellent attention to detail, quick thinking, and the ability to work effectively in a busy and varied environment. Strong professionalism, organisation, communication, proactivity, business judgement, and interpersonal skills will be important for success.

Additional information

This is a hands-on opportunity where you will be encouraged to contribute actively, work as part of the team, and play a role in supporting the company’s goals. The employer notes that a full job description is available on request.

Application requirements

Applicants must be able to start effectively and work in New Zealand. You must hold NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Contact

For a confidential conversation or to request the full job description, call Sheryn on 0278 470 807. Please submit your CV and cover letter if you wish to be considered.