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What does a director of lending do?

A Director of Lending oversees the lending operations within a financial institution, such as a bank or credit union. Their main responsibilities include developing lending policies, managing loan portfolios, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a team of loan officers. They analyze market trends, assess credit risk, and work to maximize profitability while maintaining sound lending practices. The Director of Lending also plays a crucial role in setting strategic goals for the lending department and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

What are some common challenges faced by a director of lending, and how can they be addressed?

Directors of Lending often encounter challenges such as managing credit risk, ensuring regulatory compliance, and balancing loan portfolio growth with quality. Staying up-to-date with changing lending regulations and market conditions is essential. Building strong relationships with both internal teams and external partners, such as credit analysts and compliance officers, helps to streamline processes and address issues proactively. Regular training and fostering a culture of collaboration can also mitigate risks and improve overall team performance.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of lending, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Lending, you need deep expertise in credit analysis, loan underwriting, portfolio management, and a degree in finance or a related field, often supplemented by significant experience in commercial or consumer lending. Familiarity with loan origination systems, risk assessment tools, regulatory compliance software, and certifications like Certified Lender Business Banker (CLBB) are typically valuable. Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and strategic decision-making skills help drive team performance and client satisfaction. These skills are crucial for effectively managing lending operations, mitigating risk, and achieving organizational growth targets.

What is the difference between Director Of Lending vs Loan Officer?

AspectDirector Of LendingLoan Officer
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree, industry certifications, and extensive experience in lending or financeOften requires a high school diploma or bachelor’s degree, with licensing or certification depending on the loan type
Work EnvironmentWorks in financial institutions, overseeing lending departments and strategiesWorks directly with clients to evaluate and process loan applications
ResponsibilitiesDevelops lending policies, manages teams, and ensures complianceAssesses borrower eligibility, explains loan options, and approves or denies loans

The main difference is that the Director Of Lending oversees the entire lending department and strategy, while a Loan Officer works directly with clients to originate loans. The Director focuses on management and policy, whereas the Loan Officer handles day-to-day loan processing.

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Director of Consumer Lending, Direct

ANDREWS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Suitland, MD

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description

When you choose a job at Andrews Federal Credit Union, you give yourself the opportunity to grow, advance and make a difference. Andrews Federal is a mission-driven financial institution that focuses on giving members the tools they need to reach their financial goals. 

We are continually developing our team of dedicated employees who are ready to serve. To create and retain this elite workforce, we offer highly competitive compensation and benefits plans, including highly desirable features like: 

  • 12 Paid Holidays a Year, Including Your Birthday
  • Retirement Plans – 401(k) with a 6% Match
  • Childcare Stipend up to $2600 to assist Working Families 
  • Discount on Lending Products. 
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Career Development Programs and Opportunities 
  • Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 Support for Families 
  • Affordable Healthcare Plan including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx
  • Employer paid Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, and AD&D
  • Short-Term Disability 
  • Vacation Leave and Sick Leave
  • Free Parking

And when you are part of Team Andrews, you have the opportunity to be part of something bigger, to support the financial goals and dreams of Andrews Federal members in the US, Europe and worldwide. Come be a part of our success story; and let us help you shape your career story!

Purpose of Position 

The Director, Consumer Lending, Direct is responsible for organizing and directing the operations of a world class Consumer Lending Department including policies, procedures, compliance, budget, day-to-day operations, and production relative to the origination, underwriting, processing, closing, and servicing of consumer loans.  Manages, evaluates, and coaches a team of originators, servicers, and processors.  Monitors the rapidly changing legal/regulatory/competitive environment of consumer lending.  Proactively manages consumer lending pipeline and processes to ensure timely and accurate loan processing, decisions, and closings.   

Essential Duties 

The position’s essential duties include the following: 

  • Develop loan operations production tactics to meet overall organizational and department goals. Effectively manages loan production and quality through the establishment of key performance measures. Manages the consumer loan pipeline for pending applications and ensures quality loan service for all parties.  Coordinate loan activities between stateside and overseas branches to ensure uniform application of established procedures. 

  • Design, develop, implement, and monitor internal operating policies, procedures and controls that provide acceptable levels of safety to credit union assets. Establish and monitor overall operating standards to ensure sound operating procedures. Monitor loan operation to ensure compliance with established loan policy and guidelines.  

  • Administer loan origination system to manage pipeline, improve coordination and lower costs. Manage, administer, and monitor GAP, Credit Life and Disability, and Collateral Protection programs. Compile and report monthly departmental loan and statistical data. 

  • Direct and manage the proper servicing of consumer loans including lien perfection and release, credit reporting, insurance follow up, collateral protection, and loan documentation collateral.  

  • Direct and manage the activities of consumer lending employees to include ensuring employees understand assigned position duties and responsibilities, delegating tasks as appropriate, developing employee knowledge, skills, and abilities through professional/personal development opportunities, coaching and mentoring, as well as providing ongoing performance management and sustaining employee accountability.  

  • Integrate the consumer lending department plans with organizational strategy for profitability and performance. Establish goals, forecast staffing needs, and determine infrastructure requirements. Perform portfolio and department profitability management through planning, staff productivity, and expense control. Effectively manages budget and resource allocation issues including budget development, budget management/administration, budget forecasting, variance analysis and budget reporting. Builds effective inter-departmental coordination and support.  

  • Responsible for building an effective, healthy team environment within the consumer lending and supporting a productive team environment throughout the credit union. Effectively documents and resolves performance issues.  

  • Understand regulatory compliance including all applicable consumer and real estate lending laws. Effectively develop, implement, and update complaint policy and procedures. Cooperate with internal and external compliance audits.  

  • Remain cognizant of and adheres to Andrews Federal policies and procedures, and regulations pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act. 

Required KSAs  

  • BA/BS degree in Business Administration or related field with 8+ years of experience of direct consumer lending experience in a financial services organization required.  

  • Minimum of five (5) years of direct management experience. 

  • Must have working knowledge in underwriting, processing, closing, and servicing consumer loans. 

  • Must have working knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to lending including, but not limited to, REG B ,  ECOA, FCRA, and Reg Z.  

  • Must possess strong technical, quantitative reasoning, problem solving, organization, decision-making, and administrative skills.  

  •  Must exhibit exceptional staff and member relation skills.   

  • Prior sales experience preferred. 

  • Experience working in complex environments with a high degree of organizational effectiveness.   

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office required.   

  • Excellent verbal, written, and exceptional organizational skills required. 

Physical Requirements 

  • Ability to sit at a desk and computer for extended periods.  

  • Position based in Suitland, MD


 

Salary

$104,654.60 - $130,818.25

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodation will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.