SVP Lending / Chief Lending Officer

SVP Lending / Chief Lending Officer Azura Credit Union - 5.0 Topeka, KS Job Details Full-time From $175,000 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Vendor relationship building Financial sales Operations management Interpersonal skills Word processing Research Business development Presentation skills Bachelor's degree Decision making Conflict resolution Organizational skills Productivity software Negotiation Senior leadership Full Job Description The Senior Vice President of Lending / Chief Lending Officer drives the sales and operational areas of Consumer, Indirect, Mortgage, Commercial Business Lending, and Delinquency/Loss Control for the credit union. This includes developing, executing, and refining plans to meet expansion and growth initiatives and goals, leading teams to ensure loss control and operational efficiency, as well as ensuring a consistent brand and member experience. The SVP of Lending /CLO implements the decisions and direction related to planning, organizing, developing and managing all functions of Lending and Collections activities. Responsibilities include working closely with Retail and Marketing leaders to ensure effective onboarding and cross-selling in order to meet overall organizational goals. As a member of the Executive team, the position participates in the formulation and execution of credit union strategies, objectives, policies and programs.

Responsibilities:

Directs and monitors all lending and delinquency control operations for the Credit Union, to ensure that the credit union meets established goals and objectives with respect to lending and acceptable levels of loan delinquency and losses. Leads activity related to new product development with respect to lending programs. Oversees the collections and recovery function, with the goal of maximizing recovery on delinquent and/or charged-off loans within statutory and regulatory requirements. Leads, coaches and trains all teams to achieve business development activities including outside networking, digital and in person selling, outbound phone selling skills to effectively reach targeted members. Coaches to maximize sales and referral activities, working alongside Retail partners, to meet goals and enhance member experiences. Fosters the understanding of profitability results and forecasts within business segments across product groups, origination channels, and member segments to provide transparency into revenue/cost structures and to drive optimal risk-based capital allocation decisions. Monitors the competition regarding rates, products, technology and service levels. Ensures exceptional member service standards across assigned Lending functions and is responsible for the growth and development of team members through regular coaching sessions, on the spot coaching and one-on-ones. Provides coaching and mentoring opportunities and conducts employee reviews. Monitors product delivery and quality and takes action to resolve problems. Builds, develops and maintains strong relationships with key vendors and evaluates and negotiates contracts as necessary. Continuously researches and implements new innovative ideas and recommends enhancements to current product and service offerings.

Responsible Qualifications:

Eight to ten years of similar or related experience. Equivalent to a college degree (BS or BA in a relevant field). Advanced conflict resolution and resolving issues impacting multiple departments or divisions Giving material presentations A significant level of diplomacy and trust and the ability to motivate or influence others High level of interpersonal skills Strong negotiation, management and decision-making skills. Excellent analytical, problem solving and organizational skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills along with a proficiency with word processing and spreadsheet software. Strong Multi-tasking skills. Azura Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status. Azura participates in E-Verify and, upon being hired, will provide the federal government with your form-I9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the USA. If you are interested in the position, please complete our employment application along with cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications. Resumes welcomed.

Pay:

From $175,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Lending:

8 years (Required) Delinquency /

Loss Control:

8 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person