Vice President of Operations (Asset-back Lending)

Company Overview: Join the largest hard money lender in the Mid-Atlantic region, specializing in fast, flexible financing solutions for real estate investors, builders, and developers. Our client is known for delivering quick approvals, personalized service, and competitive rates, and they are dedicated to empowering real estate professionals with the capital they need to grow their businesses.

Position Overvie

wThe Vice President of Operations (Asset-backed Lending) will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing company-wide processes, ensuring seamless collaboration between departments, and executing strategic initiatives to enhance operational performance. This role will focus on improving execution, leveraging technology to drive efficiency, and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

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Key Responsibiliti

esOperational Execution & Process Optimizati

• onDevelop and implement streamlined operational processes that enhance efficiency across the organizatio
• n.Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve communication and collaboration between sales, underwriting, servicing, and finance team
• s.Ensure operational scalability to support the company’s growth objectives while maintaining service excellenc
• e.Identify and mitigate operational risks while ensuring compliance with regulatory and lending guideline

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Technology Implementation & Automat

• ionEvaluate, select, and implement solutions to improve loan origination, servicing, and overall workflow automati
• on.Optimize the firm’s use of CRM, loan management systems, and other operational platforms to improve data-driven decision-maki
• ng.Drive digital transformation initiatives that enhance the borrower experience and internal efficienci

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Strategic Leadership & Execu

• tionPartner with the executive team to define and execute strategic priorities for operational growth and efficie
• ncy.Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and drive operational excelle
• nce.Develop and mentor a high-performing operations team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvem

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Financial & Lending Opera

• tionsOversee loan processing, underwriting, and servicing workflows to ensure timely execution and quality con
• trol.Collaborate with finance and treasury teams to ensure optimal liquidity management and funding strate
• gies.Improve cost efficiency and operational effectiveness while maintaining service stand

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Qualifications & Expe

• rience5 years of experience in operations, preferably within hard money lending, private lending, or real estate fi
• nance.Proven track record of optimizing operations, executing strategic initiatives, and implementing technology-driven efficie
• ncies.Experience with loan origination systems (LOS), CRM platforms, and workflow automation tools pref
• erred.Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive process improve
• ments.Leadership experience with a track record of building and managing high-performing
• teams.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented enviro