General Business - Lending Specialist II

We are looking for a detail-oriented Lending Specialist II to support commercial lending activities in Morristown, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position will coordinate loan closing workflows, partner with internal teams and external parties, and help move transactions from approval through funding and ongoing servicing. The ideal candidate brings strong lending operations experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the progression of lending transactions by working closely with Relationship Managers and coordinating next steps with internal teams to keep closings on schedule.
• Organize, examine, and track closing packages and supporting materials to confirm due diligence, insurance, compliance, and operational requirements are satisfied before funding.
• Support transaction execution by identifying issues early, escalating concerns when needed, and helping implement practical solutions that reduce risk and maintain control standards.
• Request and assemble outstanding file documentation and prepare supplementary materials required to complete loan packages accurately and efficiently.
• Collaborate with closing, servicing, and other operations partners to confirm loans are booked correctly, accruals are balanced, and daily cash activity is reflected appropriately.
• Monitor funding events at closing as well as post-closing loan activity, including advances, payments, and payoffs, to ensure all items are processed and recorded properly.
• Review loan documents thoroughly for completeness and accuracy and complete closing activities directly when required.
• Keep lenders and other stakeholders informed of any matters that may affect closing readiness or transaction completion timelines.