Chief Lending Officer (CLO)

The Company is seeking a Chief Lending Officer (CLO) to take on a pivotal executive role, leading all lending and collections functions with a focus on driving safe and sound loan growth across various lending portfolios. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing the overall lending strategy, maintaining strong credit quality, and ensuring regulatory compliance. This includes overseeing indirect, consumer, mortgage/real estate, and commercial lending, as well as leading the pricing strategy, and guiding commercial lending strategy. The CLO will also be tasked with maintaining and enforcing lending policies, and approval authorities, and driving operational excellence to enhance the member experience. Applicants for the CLO position at the company should have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience, and a minimum of 8 years' progressive lending experience, with a proven track record in leadership. Strong knowledge of commercial credit underwriting, portfolio management, and lending compliance is essential. The role requires a leader with strong strategic vision, decision-making capabilities, and the ability to balance strategic vision with operational execution. Experience in mortgage lending leadership and within a credit union or community financial institution is preferred, along with professional certifications in the field. The CLO will be expected to mentor and develop high-performing teams, promoting a culture of accountability, service, and continuous improvement.