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VP of Lending (Livonia)

IsoTalent, Livonia, MI, United States


VP, Lending Location:

Onsite - Livonia, MI

Our client, Zeal Credit Union, is seeking a VP of Lending to join their leadership team in an onsite capacity. Are you a seasoned lending leader with experience across consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending? Do you thrive on building high-performing teams while driving strategic growth? Are you passionate about delivering exceptional member service through innovative lending solutions? If yes, this may be the perfect VP, Lending position for you. Keep scrolling to see what this company has to offer.

The Perks! Compensation: $120,000 - $130,000, based on experience Benefits: 401k + company matching, health, dental, and vision insurance benefits, paid time off

A Day in the Life of the VP, Lending In this role, you’ll lead the full scope of lending operations, driving strategy, performance, and innovation across consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending. You’ll collaborate with executive leadership to align lending initiatives with organizational goals while ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Your leadership will directly impact member satisfaction and the credit union’s continued growth and success.

Responsibilities include: Develop and execute a comprehensive lending strategy aligned with organizational goals Oversee all lending functions, including consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending operations Lead, mentor, and develop lending leadership and staff to achieve performance goals Approve, deny, or modify loan applications in accordance with policy and risk standards Establish and monitor departmental goals, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives Drive process improvements and implement technology enhancements in lending systems Ensure compliance with all lending regulations, policies, and industry standards Participate in strategic planning, policy development, and organizational initiatives Analyze lending performance and present reports to executive leadership and the Board Manage departmental budget, resources, and vendor relationships Build and maintain relationships within the secondary market and oversee loan sales Research and implement new lending products and services to stay competitive Collaborate cross-functionally to support lending promotions and member engagement

Requirements and Qualifications: 7+ years of progressive lending AND leadership experience Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field Strong experience with consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending Demonstrated success in loan sales and servicing In-depth understanding of lending regulations, compliance, and risk management Experience managing budgets and departmental financials Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication abilities Ability to interpret financial data and perform complex calculations Understanding of loan documentation, lien laws, and bankruptcy/collection regulations

About the Hiring Company: Our client is committed to building strong, trusted relationships with its members by delivering exceptional financial solutions and service. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and member satisfaction, they continue to grow and evolve in a competitive financial landscape. This is an opportunity to join a mission-driven organization where leadership and impact go hand in hand.

Come Join Our Lending Team! Start by filling out this 3-minute, mobile-friendly application here. We look forward to hearing from you!