Commercial Lending Manager

The Commercial Lending Manager (Manager) oversees and is directly involved in all Commercial Lending relationship management and business development activities in Florida with state and local governments, CDFIs, and community organizations. The Manager also works closely with Self-Help Credit Union Area Managers and senior leadership to share and understand goals, strategies, and products. Initially, the Manager will focus on business development to support deployment of Self-Help’s Affordable Housing Loan Fund serving Jacksonville.The Manager is also responsible for building and managing a coordinated commercial lending strategy and collaborating with other departments and teams to operationalize new lending initiatives. The Manager will work with senior leadership in Florida and on the Commercial Lending team to ensure the plan for Commercial Lending in Florida meets the strategic goals of Self-Help, including supporting the communities served by Self-Help Credit Union branches. responsibilities include ensuring that Work with internal teams to identify sources of funding and subsidy for products and programs.Work with direct reports to set individual performance and development goals, track progress against goals, and provide mid-year and annual progress reviews. Perform other duties as may be deemed necessary.Bachelor’s degree in business or related field OR equivalent related experience. Master’s degree or equivalent related experience preferredSeven years lending, investing, or similar financial experience and/or training.Relationship development, sales, and negotiation skills Excellent leadership skills with a proven ability to lead, motivate, and supervise employees, as well as operate as a working manager with a hands-on approach.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, partners and vendors across multiple locations throughout the US.Strong project management skills, including ability to set priorities and organize competing priorities while meeting deadlines. Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to present information in an effective manner Ability to gather, organize, analyze and interpret informationAbility and willingness to work beyond normal work hours, as needed. Ability and willingness to travel, as needed Ability to demonstrate Self-Help's Core Values:Self-Help is a family of Mission Driven non-profit financial organizations. Our national foot-print means we offer strong benefits and opportunities across the country. Our inclusive collegial culture means that no matter where you're located, you're part of a shared mission. At Self-Help we don't just go to work. We create change - and we do it together. Join Us! #J-18808-Ljbffr