Loan Operations & Strategic Deal Coordinator / Mortgage Loan Processor
Somewhere
🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants
This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R37,000 – R55,500 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.
Job Description
Loan Operations & Strategic Deal Coordinator
Company:Confidential (U.S.-Based Private Lending Firm)Location:Remote (US Eastern Standard Time)Compensation:Based on experience
The Opportunity
A fast-paced U.S.-based private loan brokerage specializing in investor-purpose real estate loans (DSCR, Fix & Flip, and Bridge) is seeking atop 1% operator—someone who is over-qualified for standard "VA" work and wants to build a career in the high-stakes U.S. finance industry.
The Mission
You will be the bridge between borrowers and lenders. You are not just an "admin"—you are aDeal Coordinator. Your role is to take raw loan applications, organize complex financial data, and “sell” the deal to lender partners by drafting compelling, professional deal narratives.
Key Responsibilities
Deal Narrative & Pitching
* Review deals and draft professional summaries
* Clearly articulate why a deal is fundable (e.g., borrower experience, property strength, market conditions)
Pipeline Management
* Take full ownership of loan files from initial application to closing
* Manage systematic checklists for DSCR and Bridge loans
* Ensure all conditions are tracked, updated, and completed
CRM Data Integrity
* Maintain 100% accuracy within the CRM (built on GoHighLevel)
* Ensure every lead, task, and update is properly logged
Speed to Lead
* Maintain extreme responsiveness
* Act as first responder to borrower and lender communication
* Target response time:within 10 minutes during business hours
Third-Party Coordination
* Coordinate and track:Property reportsAppraisalsTitleInsurance documentation
* Property reports
* Appraisals
* Title
* Insurance documentation
Qualifications (Aptitude Over Experience)
Fluent English Communication (Non-Negotiable)
* Near-native verbal fluency for phone-based communication
* Elite written English for professional deal narratives
Logical & Financial Reasoning
* Comfortable working with:DSCRLTVDebt ratiosInterest calculations
* DSCR
* LTV
* Debt ratios
* Interest calculations
High-Intensity Work Ethic
* Thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
* Maintains accuracy across multiple active deals
Technical Savviness
* Quick to learn new systems (CRM, LOS, document management tools)
* Strong digital organization skills
Critical Requirements (Non-Negotiables)
Exclusivity
* 100% dedicated role
* No freelance work or side clients permitted
Work Environment
* Professional home office
* Noise-canceling headset
* High-speed internet + backup power
Schedule
* Fully available between09:00 – 17:00 US Eastern Time
Mandatory Screening Questions
Please include answers to the following:
Math/Logic Test:A borrower wants a $1,000,000 loan. The property generates $10,000 in monthly rent. The total monthly expenses (Tax, Insurance, Interest) are $8,000.→ What is the ratio of Rent to Expenses?
Writing Sample:In 4 sentences, explain why a bank should lend to a borrower with a low credit score but 50 rental properties.
Experience:What loan types have you worked with (DSCR, Conventional, Hard Money, etc.)?
Systems:Which CRM or Loan Origination Systems have you mastered?
Availability:Confirm you are willing to work the 9–5 EST shift and have no other professional commitments.
Application Instructions
To be considered, start the first line of your application with:“AssetPoint Fulfillment Pro”
Submit:
* Resume
* Answers to the screening questions
Top applicants will be asked to complete a short loan file review exercise.
Tips for South African Applicants
Timezone Advantage
South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.
Salary in Context
At R37,000/month, this role is competitive with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($2,000/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.
Application Tips
Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.
Load Shedding Preparedness
If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.
About Somewhere
Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 593 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →