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Mortgage Account Executive - Remote

Knock · Remote · US

Base
$60K
OTE
$120K–$160K
Quota attainment
Not disclosed
Posted
2mo ago

Why it matters: OTE tells you what you could earn. Attainment tells you how realistic it is.

Ask: “What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?”

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What Knock sells

Bridge loans that let buyers buy before selling their home

When a homeowner wants to buy their next house, they usually have to sell their current one first. The problem is, that means waiting, and sellers may not want an offer that depends on a home sale. Knock's Bridge Loan uses the value tied up in a current home so the buyer can purchase the next one before selling the first.

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The Braun Read

Worth a look

Solid on the basics. Use the first call to fill in the gaps.

Pay
Base and OTE both listed. Roughly a 50/50 base-to-variable split.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Pipeline
Mostly self-sourced. Great if you like outbound, rough if you don't.
Time on market
Open 62 days. Ask why it's been hard to fill.
Company hiring
2 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

Red lights

None spotted.

Green lights

  • Publishes OTE. It tells you the on-target earnings up front. Most postings don't.

Based only on what the posting says. Lights are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  2. 2.

    What percentage of reps on the team have been here more than 18 months?

    Tenure shows whether people stay long enough to get paid.

  3. 3.

    Has the comp plan changed in the last 12 to 18 months? What changed?

    A plan that changes every year means the goalposts keep moving.

  4. 4.

    Who sits with reps and reviews calls each week?

    Coaching is often what's behind a good or bad attainment number.

  5. 5.

    What's the annual quota, and how was it set?

    A quota built from real data is a target. Otherwise it's a hope.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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The role

Outbound hunting role selling the Knock Bridge Loan to retail lending partners such as loan officers, branch managers, and agents, driving loan applications. You build your own pipeline through cold outreach.

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Selling motion

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Who you're selling to

Buyer:
Loan officers, team leads, branch managers and agentsIn their words: “Host regular meetings and training sessions with loan officers, team leads, branch managers, and agents to review performance and drive adoption”
Industry:
Mortgage lendingIn their words: “Mortgage Account Executive - Remote”

Pipeline expectations

Mostly self-sourced. Expect a lot of outbound.

Compensation

$60K base · $120K–$160K OTE

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Territory
  • Sales cycle length

The questions above cover the big ones.

Full posting
Knock is redefining the home buying and selling experience, and we’re only getting started! We’re a passionate team of industry experts who knew there had to be a better, simpler way for people to navigate the journey between homes. That people-first mindset is core to how we operate, and why Knock has been honored as one of Inc.’s Best Workplaces six times in the past seven years. We bring that mindset into the work we do every day. The Knock Bridge Loan™ empowers homebuyers to ‘buy before they sell’, by unlocking the equity in their current home, giving them greater convenience, certainty, and competitiveness. Founded in 2015, Knock has grown into a trusted partner for thousands of homebuyers and a network of 60,000+ loan officers and agents across the country. Backed by top investors like Foundry Group, Trinity Capital, and the National Association of Realtors, we’ve built a reputation for innovation and trust, earning 900+ five-star Zillow and Trustpilot reviews and an A+ BBB rating. Join our growing team and help shape the future of homebuying! To learn more, visit Knock.com Mortgage Account Executive – Remote, anywhere in the US About the Role Knock is looking for an Account Executive to join our outbound sales team. You'll prospect new retail lending partners and drive adoption of the Knock Bridge Loan™ — our first-of-its-kind product that lets homeowners unlock the equity in their current home to buy their next one before selling. This is a hunting role: you'll build your own pipeline through cold outreach, not inherit one. No existing lender book is required, but lending experience is necessary. What You'll Do - Run outbound cold outreach to turn prospects into active lending partners - Host regular meetings and training sessions with loan officers, team leads, branch managers, and agents to review performance and drive adoption - Meet or exceed monthly targets for loan application volume within your territory - Track and report on outreach activity, partnerships, and application metrics - Collaborate with internal teams to keep the partner experience seamless - Lead initiatives that grow top-of-funnel activity and repeat applications What You'll Bring - Recent lending experience and/or an active NMLS license (required) - Recent experience working directly with lenders - 2+ years in business development or sales roles - Track record of building a cold-outbound pipeline and hitting sales targets - Strong communication and presentation skills, comfortable engaging senior stakeholders - Relationship-building rooted in trust and transparency - Coachable, collaborative, and thrives in a fast-paced, remote, distributed environment - High school diploma or equivalent Physical Requirements - Set up and constantly operate a computer - Communicate and exchange accurate information with others via telephone or internet video applications The candidate must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Our Compensation Philosophy: As a fully remote (U.S.-based) workforce, our goal is to ensure that all Knockstars are fairly compensated. The compensation information below is a good faith estimate for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Compensation: The base salary for this role is $60,000, plus uncapped commission paid monthly per submitted application. On-target earnings for ramped Account Executives range from $120,000 to $160,000. Actual earnings may vary based on individual performance. This position will expire on December 31, 2026. 💼 Offer & Employment Terms The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package & benefits, will be at the company’s sole discretion, and determined by factors including but not limited to years of experience, job level, geographic location, and other relevant business considerations. The company also reserves the right to amend or modify this job description, employee perks, and benefits at any time. Employees eligible for bonus and/or commission will be provided details in the offer letter. ❓Why Knock 💡 Purpose-Driven Work: Your contributions will improve the homeownership journey for thousands of individuals and families. 🏡 Remote-First Flexibility: Work from anywhere in the U.S. with a flexible, people-first approach. 💙 Innovative Culture: Collaborate with curious, talented colleagues in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. To learn more about the culture at Knock, view our POPSICLE values. 🌎 Commitment to Inclusion: We are dedicated to creating diverse teams and an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone belongs. 🎉 Enjoying Life & Making an Impact 🪴 Since our founding in 2015, Knock has and continues to offer a 100% remote work culture 🏥 Top tier medical, dental, & vision benefits for full time employees starting on the first day of employment 🧘 Flexible Paid Time Off for full time employees 👶 Paid parental leave for all full time employees: - 12 weeks paid parental leave for the birthing parent - 6 weeks paid parental leave for the non-birthing parent 🎓 One thousand annually for professional development 🛡️ Life, AD&D and Disability insurance for full time employees 💰 401K (noncontributory by Knock) for all employees 💪 $75 monthly allowance for health & wellness 🏢 Up to $400 monthly for a co-working space for eligible employees 📶 $100 monthly allowance for home internet, mobile phone or other communication devices 🤝 $2,500 referral bonus for eligible employees ⚖️ Equal Opportunity Employer Knock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or medical disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and/or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable US federal, state, or local laws. 🛑 Internal Applicants If you are a current employee, do not apply here - please navigate to our Internal Job Board in Greenhouse to apply to our open roles. 🌎 Remote Culture & Company Mission We are proud to be a remote, distributed company with employees across 17 states and counting. This is an amazing opportunity to be an integral part of building a multi-billion dollar consumer brand in an industry that is long overdue for a new way of doing things. You will be working with a passionate team that is disrupting the status quo. Knock, and its subsidiaries, are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or medical disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and/or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable US federal, state, or local laws. 📬 Recruiter Policy Please no recruitment firm or agency inquiries — you will not receive a reply from us. 📎 Application Tip PDF is our preferred format for resumes and any other attachments. Thank you! #LI-Remote
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