Licensing & Exam Specialist

Who you are:

Hometap is seeking a Licensing & Exam Specialist to join our growing Compliance team. You will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of obtaining and renewing state regulatory licensing, including but not limited to management of licenses on the Nationwide Mortgage Licensing System & Registry (NMLS). You’ll also help manage and coordinate our process for responding to state regulatory examinations. You’ll act as a business partner to stakeholders across the organization, and contribute to the continued development of Hometap’s compliance program. Our ideal candidate is experienced, methodical, and loves building solutions from the ground up.

What you'll do:

• Oversee the process of obtaining, renewing, and maintaining licenses required for the company’s operations in various jurisdictions. Maintain accurate records of licensing applications, approvals, renewals, and related correspondence


• Oversee the administration of exam requests and responses deferring requests to the subject matter experts as provided by the Chief Compliance Officer. Maintain accurate records of records collected and provided during the exam


• Monitor regulatory changes that affect licensing requirements and ensure the organization remains in full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations


• Work closely with legal, finance, operations, and other departments to ensure all licensing requirements are met in a timely and efficient manner


• Coordinate and assist with the onboarding of new officers or directors, which includes ensuring background screening, fingerprinting and the various forms and notifications are filed and processed in a timely manner


• Oversee, handle, and process annual filings and reports with various Secretary of State offices


• Monitor the status of license applications and troubleshoot any issues that may arise


• Maintain records of all license-related documentation and correspondence


• Function as the primary administrator of the company’s NMLS profile


• Provide guidance and training to internal stakeholders regarding NMLS regulations and compliance


• Conduct regular P&P reviews to ensure that all employees engaged in mortgage lending activities are properly licensed


• Implement and maintain compliance processes and procedures to minimize risks

What you bring:

• Five (5) + years managing licensing, exams, or audits 


• Strong understanding of mortgage lending regulations and NMLS licensing requirements


• Experience in mortgage licensing or compliance roles required – including company and/or MLO license management


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills


• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively


• Proficiency in using NMLS and related software tools


• Familiarity with relevant industry software and databases


• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., finance, business, legal) or equivalent work experience.