Timeline Control Specialist III

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama.

📋 Description

• Oversee the progress of foreclosures through monitoring queues and reporting, ensuring that portfolios are managed efficiently and in compliance with state, federal, and investor regulations.

• Collaborate with foreclosure attorneys, external counsel, and in-house legal teams to address disputes related to properties where the bank or investors hold an interest.

• Act as the primary escalation point for team members, attorneys, and other departments.

• Ensure that FHA first legal deadlines are adhered to and track any necessary extension requests.

• Conduct research, validate, and update loans listed on foreclosure exception reports, including No Dual Track, cleanup, and investor timeline reports.

• Authorize additional attorney fees that exceed the approval limits set for associates and monitor/report legal expenses related to litigation files outside of foreclosure actions.

• Execute quality-control reviews and approve investor bidding instructions.

• Carry out regular side-by-sides, review assigned loans at least once every 30 days, update documentation, and ensure follow-up actions are taken.

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, regulatory, and investor foreclosure guidelines.

• Revise, update, and implement procedures; develop new procedures; gather information and prepare presentations for investor, regulatory, and internal meetings.

• Uphold operational risk controls, internal control standards, and timely execution of audit and regulatory findings.

• Foster an environment that supports inclusivity and reflects the M&T Bank brand.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A total of 4 years of higher education and/or relevant work experience, including at least 2 years in a Default Servicing related field (e.g., Collections, REO, Loss Mitigation).

• Proficient in word processing and spreadsheet software.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Robust analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Capability to work effectively within a team environment.

• Preferred: 3 years of experience in a Default Servicing related field (e.g., Collections, REO, Loss Mitigation).

• Preferred: Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Preferred: Familiarity with bank and departmental systems.

• Preferred: Knowledge of mortgage products, including home equity loans and lines of credit, as well as an understanding of general operations and systemic functions, including payment allocation and escrow.

• Preferred: Experience in training new staff and implementing procedural and process changes.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company matching.

• Paid time off and holiday benefits.

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.