Assistant Manager of Consumer Lending
Zeal Credit Union is looking for an inspiring, growth-oriented leader to join our team! In this onsite role, you will serve as a key operational leader and mentor. If you are passionate about lending optimization, helping members reach their financial goals, developing a team, and making a positive impact on our community, we want to hear from you.
Why You'll Love This Role
At Zeal Credit Union, we believe in empowering our team members and fostering a culture of positivity and continuous improvement. As the Assistant Manager of Consumer Lending, you will have a direct hand in shaping the future of our department. You will serve as a trusted partner to the VP of Lending, lead a dedicated team, and find innovative ways to drive responsible growth and service excellence.
Essential Functions
The Assistant Manager of Consumer Lending serves as a vital operational and strategic leader responsible for driving the growth, efficiency, and regulatory compliance of the department. This role blends people leadership with operational oversight by coaching and developing the lending team, streamlining workflows, and maintaining strong relationships with cross-functional departments, auto dealerships, and third-party vendors. Driven by data and market trends, the Assistant Manager analyzes performance metrics to provide strategic recommendations on products, budgeting, and competitive positioning directly to the VP of Lending. Additionally, the position protects the institution's assets by enforcing strict underwriting guidelines, spearheading continuous improvement initiatives, and managing quality control and audit readiness.
Qualifications
Experience & Education
- Lending Experience: 5+ years in consumer lending, underwriting, or loan operations, including credit decisioning.
- Leadership Experience: 3+ years supervising teams with a proven track record of developing employee performance.
- Education: High school diploma or GED required; degree in business, finance, accounting, or management preferred.
Schedule (subject to change)
Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm (Flexible based on business needs)
