Commercial Lending Midwest Lending Manager

WHO We Are:

Self-Help started in 1980 with a focus on economic inequality, especially in communities that have faced systemic barriers in building wealth. At the core of what Self-Help does is a drive to create and protect ownership and economic opportunity. In other words, we’re committed to economic justice! Economic Justice means that all communities have the basic infrastructure they need to thrive, from high-quality schools to grocery stores selling fresh food resources that support opportunity at a neighborhood level regardless of demographics, income, or wealth. Since our founding, we’ve constantly sought to find new ways to pursue greater economic justice: from providing fair and affordable loans to working with partners to demand that lawmakers change unjust policies.

Do you enjoy teamwork and the art of the transaction while also making an impact in the community?  Come join Self-Help’s national Commercial Lending team!  We are looking for colleagues who embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as a collaborative workplace where everyone feels valued – especially our customers.

We are seeking a Lending Manager to join our Midwest team!

The Midwest Commercial Lending Manager oversees and is directly involved in all Commercial Lending relationship management and business development activities in Self-Help’s Midwest marketplace.  The Manager will collaborate with Self-Help Federal Credit Union and Commercial Lending senior leadership to build and manage a coordinated Commercial Lending strategy and ensure Self-Help can achieve our goals in the Midwest.  They will also use their market knowledge and credit skills to work with direct reports to develop and manage relationships with state and local governments, CDFIs and other lenders, and community organizations.  Learn more about the position and our lines of business at https://www.self-help.org/careers.  A successful candidate will have strong communication skills, a focus on teamwork, and a commitment to customer service.   

WHAT You'll Do:

• Lead the development of Commercial Lending’s strategy in the Midwest, in alignment w/ overall team and organization priorities and goals. 
• Develop, maintain, and coordinate all aspects of externally-facing relationships and expand our partner network. 
• Create business development and marketing/outreach strategies in coordination with other SH teams and leaders, building a pipeline of customers.  
• Lead new product development ideation, implementation, and execution. 
• Supervise a dynamic group of enthusiastic business development officers.  
• Contribute to team and senior management decision-making.  

WHAT You'll Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field. 
• 7 years of lending, investing, or similar financial experience and/or training. 
• Expertise in strategic planning, product development, relationship building, and sales.  
• Experience with managing, coaching, and developing teammates. 
• High level of emotional intelligence in support of a collaborative work culture. 
• Ability to adapt quickly within a growing environment and help others to do the same. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Strong attention to detail and well organized. 
• Working knowledge of software applications related to your area of responsibility. 
• Ability and willingness to travel 10-20%. 

Compensation: 

Competitive nonprofit compensation, based on experience, plus a generous benefits package. Compensation ranges for each position are based on local market rates and will be determined by geography, role, and experience. 

Salary range for Chicago, IL: $106,600 - $131,257

Benefits:

• Being a part of our mission to create economic opportunity for all. 
• Medical, dental, and vision care plans with generous premium coverage by Self-Help. 
• Strong 401(k) and health account matching. 
• Paid vacation (15 days/yr.), sick (12 days/yr.), holidays (10/yr.), and up to 12-weeks parental leave. 
• Hybrid remote work option (2 days remote; 3 days onsite). 

Self-Help is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons, regardless of race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression (including transgender status), age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, class or family status.

Salary : $106,600 - $131,257