Chief Lending Officer Superior Choice Credit Union

Superior Choice Credit Union has a tremendous opportunity for a Chief Lending Officer to join its executive leadership team!

Are you ready to make a positive impact in the strategic direction of loan growth and management of lending programs? If you are ready for a new challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to be a key contributor to the credit union and the membership.

The Chief Lending Officer will directly report to the President/Chief Executive Officer, collaborating, guiding, and implementing lending processes, which includes direct oversight of consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending operations. This individual will ensure the credit union’s lending practices comply with regulatory requirements that align with the business goals, risk appetite, and member service initiatives.

The new leader will be responsible for evaluating and optimizing lending policies, procedures, and processes to ensure operational efficiency. They will also monitor key performance indicators and lending analytics to assess loan portfolio performance, identifying trends and risks within the portfolio. Regular reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors on lending performance and risk management is a critical component of this role.

A bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field is required, a Master’s or MBA preferred, with a minimum of five years of similar or related experience within a financial institution. This position requires exceptional leadership abilities, project planning, and third-party vendor management, coupled with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

About Superior Choice Credit Union:
Superior Choice Credit Union began with 26 members and less than $100 in a grocery store in Superior, Wisconsin, 90 years ago and has since grown to 30,000 members and 13 branches across Wisconsin and Minnesota, with approximately $800 million in assets. Superior Choice Credit Union is rated #1 in customer service and has built an entire team to head its community involvement initiatives.

The credit union consistently volunteers its time, organizing events and creating a positive impact within the communities it serves.