Loan Eligibility Specialist
Planet Home LendingUnited States
Posted April 2, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Planet Home Lending is a privately held mortgage‑banking firm that manages a $134 billion residential and commercial servicing portfolio, serving as a top GNMA issuer and a licensed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac seller/servicer. The company offers a full spectrum of mortgage services—including loan originations, private‑label servicing, loss mitigation, escrow administration, and ARM programs—while leveraging an in‑house marketing team to create tailored collateral and competitive pricing for its loan officers. Dedicated underwriters, processors, and closers ensure efficient loan flow, and cross‑training across FHA, VA, USDA, jumbo, and non‑QM products gives employees continuous learning and career mobility. Planet Home Lending’s workplace culture, recognized as a U.S. Top Workplace, supports career growth across call‑center, servicing, and operations roles, making it a distinctive partner for borrowers and professionals alike.
Job Description
Join a winning team of innovative thinkers, seasoned mortgage professionals, and financial experts. The Loan Eligibility Specialist (LES) is responsible for the accurate and timely set-up of new loan files, performing a comprehensive loan eligibility and documentation review prior to underwriting and/or purchase.
Requirements
- High School graduate or GED required
- Some college preferred
- Minimum of three (3) years of mortgage industry experience
- Experience with delegated and/or non-delegated correspondent lending preferred
- Exposure to Government, Conventional, and/or Non Agency products strongly preferred
Benefits
- 3 comprehensive Cigna or Kaiser medical plans
- Dental, and vision insurance
- Short term and long-term disability insurance
- Basic life insurance
- 401(k)
- 11 employer paid holidays
- Supplemental benefits including life insurance, critical illness and accident plans