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Lending Assistant

Sydney CBD, New South Wales 2000, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Minimum 3 years in a similar lending support role.
  • Support Senior Lending Advisers with credit assistance, including document gathering and preparing submissions.
  • Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance (ASIC, NCCP, Best Interest Duty) and lender policies.

Role Type

Permanent • Full-time • Intermediate

Description

Altus is a fast‑growing, high‑performing advisory firm trusted by thousands of Australians to help them make smarter financial decisions. For over 30 years, we’ve delivered accounting, wealth, and lending advice that genuinely changes lives — and our people are at the heart of that impact.

As part of our in-house Lending team, you’ll step into a business that’s modern, client‑obsessed, and powered by a collaborative culture where your growth actually matters. Altus is owned by the people who work here, which means our people have a real stake in our success — and a real voice in shaping our future.

If you’re driven, curious, and ready to build a meaningful career in lending, Altus is where you’ll find momentum, mentorship, and a pathway to long‑term progression

Main Duties

  • Support Senior Lending Advisers on the provision of credit assistance, always ensuring alignment to the client’s best interest
  • Adhere to all regulatory requirements, including ASIC regulations, NCCP, and Best Interest Duty
  • Assists Senior Lending Advisers in optimal client outcomes throughout the customer journey (lead to post settlement)
  • Requesting and verifying supporting documents, gathering information, preparing loan submissions, and assisting with policy compliance 
  • Preparation and packaging of loan applications, including gathering information, verifying documentation, and submitting applications
  • Guides customers through the loan application process, answers inquiries, and provides information about lending products
  • Ensuring reasonable steps are taken in the process of verification of a client’s financial position and supporting documentation
  • Assists with credit analysis and financial analysis of loan applications
  • Ensures all loan applications adhere to company policy and regulatory requirements 
  • Attending client meetings as required
  • Liaising with stakeholders including conveyancers, valuers, settlement agents, and lenders
  • Verifying applications: Reviewing application details, documents, and comments to determine approval requirements and ensure high quality of submission; ordering / verifying and chasing necessary documentation
  • Maintaining the integrity of CRM databases, filing systems and customer data
  • Resolving errors at point of detection to ensure efficient customer file progression  
  • Demonstrating strong knowledge of current lender policies, products, and procedures
  • Collaboration with the team and the greater Altus business

 

Desired Skills / Experience: 

  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role
  • Outstanding customer service skills
  • High attention to detail 
  • Understanding of lending processes and procedures 
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, both with clients and colleagues  
  • Knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance requirements  
  • Organised, self-motivated and a team player
  • Strong administration & Office 365 skills
  • Experience with MyCRM advantageous

Life at Altus

  • genuine flex working
  • mentored and developed by senior lending advisers
  • genuine opportunity to progress
  • complex work and interesting clients
  • open and supportive team and culture
  • lots of social events to keep you connected and have fun

Only Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents eligible.

No agency enquiries please.

If you are keen to join a growing and professional team where you will have impact, apply here!

Company Overview

www.altusfinancial.com.au