Saverino "Sandy" A. Correale Jr. has joined the lending department of Wakefield-based The Savings Bank as a mortgage originator.

Prior to joining The Savings Bank, Correale was associated with Stockton Turner Mortgage Brokers of Beverly as a loan officer. Previously, he was associated with the Wakefield office of New Boston Mortgage Corp. as a loan officer.

In addition to working in the mortgage industry, Correale has previous experience in sales and marketing, along with direct customer service and management, recruitment and training.

"The Savings Bank is pleased to welcome Sandy Correale to its team of mortgage lending specialists," Brian D. McCoubrey, president and chief executive officer said. "His extensive knowledge of the mortgage industry, as well as his management experience, will compliment the services of our mortgage lending team."