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ThinkingAhead

Relationship Manager

Memphis, TN

As a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Certified Development Company (CDC), they specialize in SBA 504 and Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) lending -- deploying ...

ThinkingAhead

Relationship Manager

Memphis, TN · On-site

As a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Certified Development Company (CDC), they specialize in SBA 504 and Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) lending - deploying ...

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How much do cdfi jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for cdfi in Tennessee is $104,720.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,561.00 and $152,916.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CDFI?

A CDFI (Community Development Financial Institution) job typically involves working for a mission-driven financial institution that provides affordable lending and financial services to underserved communities. Roles in CDFIs can include loan officers, financial analysts, program managers, and community outreach specialists. Employees help individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits access capital and resources to promote economic growth and social impact. These positions often require a background in finance, economic development, or community engagement.

What are the main day-to-day responsibilities of someone working at a CDFI?

Professionals working at a CDFI typically focus on evaluating loan applications, conducting financial assessments, and supporting clients throughout the lending process. Their daily tasks often include managing a loan portfolio, collaborating with community partners, and providing technical assistance or financial education to clients. They also work closely with internal teams to ensure compliance with program guidelines and regulatory requirements. This role is both client-facing and analytical, offering a dynamic environment where helping individuals and businesses thrive is a central mission.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the CDFI position, and why are they important?

To excel in a CDFI (Community Development Financial Institution) role, you typically need strong financial analysis skills, a background in community development or finance, and a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree. Familiarity with loan underwriting software, portfolio management systems, and certifications such as the CDFI Certification from the U.S. Department of Treasury are often advantageous. Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills help professionals effectively engage with underserved communities and partner organizations. These competencies enable CDFI professionals to responsibly provide financial products and services that drive economic growth in communities lacking access to traditional banking.

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Infographic showing various Cdfi job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 71% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 27% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $104,720 per year, or $50.3 per hour.

Relationship Manager

ThinkingAhead

Memphis, TN

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

 

Relationship Manager – West Tennessee (Memphis / Jackson)

Confidential Search | Mission-Driven Small Business Lender

 

Most Relationship Manager roles ask you to maintain a book of business someone else built. This one is different: you'd be the first person on the ground for a well-established, mission-driven lender entering the West Tennessee market.

If you've ever wanted to plant a flag and own the outcome, while also feeling extremely proud of the good you are putting out into your community, this is might be for you.

The Organization:

Our client is a well-established, mission-driven lender with decades of experience helping businesses grow through creative, flexible financing. As a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Certified Development Company (CDC), they specialize in SBA 504 and Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) lending — deploying capital that helps business owners and their banking partners get deals done that traditional financing alone can't reach.

They're not a bank; they're a capital partner. The organization banks call in when a deal needs more flexibility, more creativity, or a structure conventional lending can't offer.

What You'll Own

  • The West Tennessee market. You'll build relationships with banks, credit unions, CPAs, attorneys, real estate developers, and municipal officials across Memphis, Jackson, and the surrounding region.
  • Loan program expertise. Deep knowledge of SBA 504 and LIHTC (CDFI) lending, with working knowledge of New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC) as a bonus.
  • A referral-driven pipeline. A consistent, proactive calling program that turns relationships into deal flow.
  • Deal execution. Delivering clean, accurate credit packages and staying engaged with underwriting and closing through the full deal lifecycle.
  • Visibility. Representing the organization at industry events and becoming a known, trusted name in West Tennessee's small business lending community.

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • SBA 504 lending experience. LIHTC or broader CDFI lending experience is a strong plus.
  • You've built something before, or you're hungry to. This role rewards self-starters who don't need an existing book of business to succeed.
  • You are a strong networker and are relationship driven across banking, commercial real estate, and community development circles in Memphis and West Tennessee.
  • You bring energy, not just activity. This organization is looking for someone who elevates the people around them and is mission-driven with their work.

Why This Role

  • Genuine market-building autonomy — rare in commercial lending, where most RM roles are managing what already exists.
  • A strong, stable, mission-driven organization with decades of track record and an established brand in the region.
  • A product set (SBA 504 + LITC) that lets you offer real solutions banks can't structure on their own.
  • The chance to be the name people think of first when SBA 504 or CDFI financing comes up in West Tennessee.