Chief Lending Officer (CLO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Lending Officer to lead the strategy, performance, and governance of its multi-line lending platform. The role is accountable for loan production, portfolio performance, credit quality, and business results across community development, small business, and commercial real estate lending. Responsibilities include aligning lending with capital deployment priorities, managing portfolio growth and risk, setting performance measures, and developing lending products and market opportunities. The executive will lead and develop lending teams, oversee regulatory and audit readiness, and advise senior leadership and the Board on portfolio performance, risk, and strategy. Candidates should bring enterprise-level lending leadership experience, including P&L ownership and a record of managing complex teams across origination and portfolio functions. Deep expertise in commercial lending, structured credit, or community development finance is required, along with strong credit discipline, capital markets and product strategy capabilities, and experience in regulated financial environments. The role also calls for executive-level communication, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to guide organizations through growth or change. A bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field is required; an advanced degree is preferred.