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Together with our members, we’re changing the way people think about and interact with personal finance.
We’re a next-generation financial services company and national bank using innovative, mobile-first technology to help our millions of members reach their goals. The industry is going through an unprecedented transformation, and we’re at the forefront. We’re proud to come to work every day knowing that what we do has a direct impact on people’s lives, with our core values guiding us every step of the way. Join us to invest in yourself, your career, and the financial world.
The role
The Lock Desk Specialist will be responsible for ensuring SoFi company policies and procedures related to rate locks are accurate and meet loan pricing compliance standards. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in the mortgage industry, proficiency in relevant software, and the ability to serve as a critical point of contact for both internal teams and external stakeholders. This position follows a hybrid work model and requires in-office attendance 2 days per week.
What you'll do:
- Enforce Lock Desk policy & procedures.
- Assist the company’s loan officers with rate lock maintenance, loan re-prices, and general Lock.
- Monitor and track Best Effort rate locks with investors.
- Confirm loan pricing accuracy and profitability.
- Conduct systematic data entry for all interest rate lock requests and re-prices.
- Act as the main point of contact for escalation scenarios.
- Process Change of Circumstances, Loan Concessions, Lock Scrubs, and Lock Extensions.
- Monitor various shared email in-boxes and perform work within SLA.
- Act as a primary point of contact with the Loan Setup Client Experience Team to ensure loan terms are compliant.
- Ensure the accuracy of fees; create a file structure for outbound disclosures.
- Monitor robotics outcome reports and scrub loans that fail to queue back up for automation or work manually.
- Coach, train, and educate teammates who are newly onboarded.
What you'll need:
- A four-year college degree in Finance, Economics, or another related field is preferred
- 2+ years in the mortgage industry preferred
- 2 + years of Encompass experience
- 2+ years of Optimal Blue experience
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- General knowledge of financial markets
- Knowledge of TRID guidelines
- Ability to work quickly, accurately, and independently in a very fast-paced environment
- Comfortable working under a high level of confidentiality
- Detail-oriented and strong time management / organizational skills
Skills Required
- A four-year college degree in Finance, Economics, or related field
- 2+ years in the mortgage industry
- 2+ years of Encompass experience
- 2+ years of Optimal Blue experience
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- General knowledge of financial markets
- Knowledge of TRID guidelines
- Strong organizational and time management skills
What the Team is Saying
SoFi Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits materials describe comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with mental‑health support, EAP, and wellness programs. Feedback suggests some plans include options with 100% company‑paid premiums.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family supports include up to 12 weeks fully paid parental leave, fertility/adoption resources, and subsidized backup child and elder care. Pet insurance is also available.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away benefits include flexible vacation for exempt employees, generous PTO/sick time for non‑exempt staff, and paid holidays. Early‑release “SoFi Fridays” are also cited.
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What We Do
SoFi wasn’t built to be a bank. Or a technology company. We were built for one mission: help people achieve financial independence so they can realize their ambitions. Redefining an entire industry isn’t easy work—and it’s not for the faint of heart. It takes a certain kind of team. People with diverse perspectives and expertise, united by a common sense of purpose. People willing to challenge assumptions but always do the right thing. People proving that innovation and responsibility don’t have to compete, but can come together to create something truly unconventional in the world. For the last eight years, we’ve been charting this new path forward. We call it The SoFi Way. At SoFi, we don’t just talk about culture: we live it. The SoFi Way is how we show up every day, how we make decisions, and how we build for our members, clients, and each other.
Why Work With Us
Together with our members, we’re changing the way people think about and interact with personal finance. We’re a next-generation Fintech company using innovative, mobile-first technology to help our members reach their goals. The industry is going through an unprecedented transformation, and we’re at the forefront.
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