Chief Lending Officer (CLO)

The Company is seeking an EVP/Chief Lending Officer to join their team. The successful candidate will be a strategic partner, responsible for developing and executing key lending initiatives, including the creation of a business lending division. This executive role involves overseeing various lending sectors, such as consumer, mortgage, home equity, business/commercial, and commercial real estate lending, as well as loan servicing, collections, and business banking. The EVP will also be involved in enterprise-wide strategic planning, risk management, budgeting, and organizational development. A key focus of the role is to expand business banking relationships through commercial lending and treasury management partnerships, while also fostering connections with community organizations and various professional partners. Applicants for the EVP/Chief Lending Officer position at the company should have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with an MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred. A minimum of 10 years' of executive lending leadership experience within a financial institution is required, with a proven track record in managing diverse lending operations. The role demands a candidate with a strategic mindset, a passion for building innovative lending solutions, and a strong background in promoting automation and leading digital lending initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience in a financial institution with assets exceeding $1 billion and be adept at enhancing loan origination systems to improve efficiency and the member experience.