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Jean Marie Murphy

Myrtle Beach

Summary

Sales professional with 10+ years of experience spanning account acquisition, client retention, sales growth, and onboarding. Recognized for creating authentic client relationships that foster long-term partnerships. Motherhood has strengthened my resilience, adaptability, and ability to manage competing priorities—qualities I now bring back into a growth-focused sales role.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Full-Time Motherhood

Self
Myrtle Beach
01.2023 - Current
  • Took a planned career pause to raise my children, developing advanced organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills transferable to professional growth.

Business Development Specialist

PennyMac
Myrtle Beach
10.2022 - 01.2023
  • Recruited with my former HomePoint team after our broker-onboarding innovation gained industry recognition, bringing that proven growth strategy to scale at PennyMac as a start-up business development department.

Account Acquisition Specialist

Home Point Financial
Charlotte
10.2019 - 05.2022
  • Collaborated as a core member of the start-up business development team for broker relationships
  • Built partnerships with brokers and financial institutions nationwide, with focus on high-volume accounts.
  • Onboarded 450+ new broker partners, expanding wholesale origination channel.
  • Partnered with specialized team of Account Executives to secure $500M+ accounts in competitive markets.
  • Delivered tailored presentations to large financial institutions, aligning with product interests.
  • Consulted with brokers on loan products, guidelines, and origination process.
  • Reconciled suspended renewal partnerships 180+ days old, restoring revenue.
  • Developed targeted email campaigns to improve conversions across sales cycle.
  • Executed referral partnerships and cold call outreach to grow pipeline.
  • Mentored new teammates on systems, call flow, and objection handling.

Licensed Mortgage Analyst

Reliance First Capital
Charlotte
10.2017 - 05.2019
  • Originated mortgage loans by establishing client relationships and generating new business through referrals.
  • Consistently achieved monthly volume exceeding $1 million while mentoring new mortgage analysts.
  • Customized loan programs by analyzing customer financial situations and aligning with long-term goals.
  • Provided options for accessing cash for investments, debt elimination, and home purchases.
  • Collected financial documents and analyzed credit and client goals to enhance scores and resolve outstanding debts.
  • Collaborated closely with processors and underwriters to expedite loan approval processes.
  • Maintained strong customer relationships in a saturated market

Sales Manager

The Connor Group
Charlotte
01.2016 - 07.2017

Promoted from Senior Sales Associate (Jan 2016 - September 2016)

  • Managed leasing, marketing, and resident relations for real estate investment firm
  • Increased occupancy from 85% to 97% within five months, positioning property for sale.
  • Averaged 32% closing rate (goal: 25%) and 60% renewal rate (goal: 50%).
  • Boosted Google property review rating from 4.1 to 4.4 through effective resident engagement.
  • Executed monthly sales plans and presented financial overviews to Regional Manager.
  • Converted leads into live traffic, exceeding conversion rates by 15%.
  • Trained new associates in sales techniques, delivering weekly evaluations to Regional Manager.
  • Organized marketing events and maintained consistent follow-up with residents.

Sourcing Specialist

Consolidated Claims Group
Charlotte
04.2014 - 11.2015

Promoted from Recruiting Specialist (April 2014 - June 2015)

  • Contributed from the ground floor of a start-up that developed into a market leader in investigative insurance claims.
  • Recruited over 200 independent HVAC technicians nationwide for insurance damage assessments.
  • Created and maintained comprehensive lists of licensing requirements for HVAC technicians.
  • Reviewed resumes, screened backgrounds, and developed a 10-step onboarding process to ensure technician quality.
  • Organized and distributed new-hire packets post-onboarding to streamline integration.
  • Executed cold-calling campaigns to recruit qualified technicians in underrepresented areas.
  • Managed a high volume of 'Technician Request' inquiries, reducing report finalization time from 8-12 days to 1-3 days.

Sales Associate

The Connor Group
Charlotte
05.2013 - 04.2014
  • Managed incoming and outgoing call flow, enhancing communication efficiency.
  • Conducted property tours for potential residents to boost occupancy rates.
  • Assisted existing residents with inquiries to improve satisfaction and retention.
  • Achieved occupancy rate of 93% or higher in Charlotte market.
  • Increased renewal rent roll growth by over $1,500 per month through strategic marketing initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Anthropology

University of North Carolina At Charlotte
05-2013

Skills

  • Sales strategy and execution
  • Client relationship building and management
  • Account acquisition and onboarding
  • Revenue growth and market expansion
  • Client retention and engagement
  • Lead generation and prospecting
  • Pipeline development and CRM
  • Mortgage products and financial analysis
  • Leadership and team training

Certification

  • NMLS, #1685385
  • (Inactive) State Licenses: North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, Maryland, Virginia, Florida, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Montana

Accomplishments

  • Reliance First Capital (2018): Top Dog, Top Production, Newcomer of the Year
  • The Connor Group (2013–2017): Outstanding Sales Technique, Top Salesperson, Top Resident Retention, Outstanding Achievement (Property Sale), Foot Traffic, Out of the Gate Sales, Winner’s Circle, New Property Acquisition
  • Consolidated Claims Group (2014–2015): Top Production, Top Sourcing Specialist, Top Recruiter, Most Influential Team Member

Timeline

Full-Time Motherhood

Self
01.2023 - Current

Business Development Specialist

PennyMac
10.2022 - 01.2023

Account Acquisition Specialist

Home Point Financial
10.2019 - 05.2022

Licensed Mortgage Analyst

Reliance First Capital
10.2017 - 05.2019

Sales Manager

The Connor Group
01.2016 - 07.2017

Sourcing Specialist

Consolidated Claims Group
04.2014 - 11.2015

Sales Associate

The Connor Group
05.2013 - 04.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science, Anthropology

University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Jean Marie Murphy