Sr Closing Manager

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The Sr. Closing Manager will assist in overseeing all responsibilities assigned to the Standard Loan Closing Team, including all aspects of closing and funding loan transactions in accordance with program requirements and internal policies and procedures. Additionally, this role will manage the processes, systems and personnel associated with Standard loan closing functions across all programs and products. The Sr. Closing Manager will work as a player-coach as needed;

preparing loan documents, coordinating with legal counsel, title and escrow, closing loans and performing post-closing tasks themselves in addition to managing the other loan closing and documentation staff who perform similar functions. Ensure that staff is trained in all aspects of program requirements and remain up to date on changes within the lending industry. Some travel may be required.

We’re proud to be the nation’s largest minority-led, tech-savvy lender for small businesses and commercial real estate. As a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) and Community Development Entity (CDE), our mission is all about creating economic opportunities and fueling growth for small business owners and their communities. Join us as we pave the way with innovative financing and financial education!

• Provide day-to-day leadership to the loan closing team, including measuring Key Performance Indicators and reporting to the management and executive teams.
• Ensure loans are closed within the required time frames. Interface with clients, legal counsel, title companies, escrow agents, business development officers and underwriters for all matters as needed.
• Review loan files to ensure they close accurately.
• Provide Quality Assurance where needed.
• Ensure collateral is perfected in accordance with loan approval, including mortgages and UCC filings are properly filed
• Work closely with the loan documentation team including reviewing documentation against the approval, reviewing documentation and work with the documentation team to clear any discrepancies noted in loan documents.
• Ensure loans are disbursed appropriately, documentation is maintained in file and correct funding source utilized.
• Ensure client introduction to loan servicing.
• Prepare reports for the Board of Directors and CBO as needed.
• Customer retention and communication.
• Customarily and regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment.

• Previous Closing Management experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or 7 years of equivalent experience.
• Financial services work experience of 7-10 years.
• Current Experience with Federal loan program policies and documentation requirements
• Detailed oriented and strong organization skills.
• Proficient with all Microsoft office products, Outlook, Excel, Teams, Sharepoint.
• Use of Salesforce.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must work effectively with…