Director, Lending Strategy

Director, Lending Strategy

We are a leading national consumer finance company with a 15-year legacy of stability and success. Following our recent acquisition and the appointment of a new CEO, we are entering a transformative chapter-pivoting toward a high-growth, tech-forward, and entrepreneurial future.

We are seeking a Lending Strategy Director to lead the strategy, build out, and optimize our direct and indirect lending platforms. This role is responsible for translating complex lending data into actionable insights, shaping credit and originations strategy, and driving profitable growth across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic analysis to optimize lending originations performance, segmentation, and profitability.

• Define and track key metrics to identify trends, risks, and growth opportunities.

• Advise senior leadership on portfolio performance and strategic direction.

• Develop strategies supporting Direct and Indirect lending channels.

• Partner with Credit, Sales, and Funding teams to improve outcomes.

• Oversee reporting, dashboards, and executive-level insights.

• Design automated reporting and analytics solutions.

• Extract and analyze data using SQL and related tools.

• Monitor KPI/KRIs to ensure effective risk management.

• Lead and develop a team of analysts.

Who You Are
• The Strategic Leader:
Strong business acumen with ability to execute impactful lending strategies.
• The Data-Driven Decision Maker:
Translates complex data into actionable insights.
• The Cross-Functional Partner:
Communicates effectively across all levels.
• The Builder & Innovator:
Continuously improves processes and analytics capabilities.
• The Accountable Leader:
Demonstrates integrity, ownership, and leadership.

Qualifications

Experience:

• 7+ years in risk management, analytics, finance, or product strategy.

• Strong quantitative experience solving business problems.

• Auto lending experience preferred.

• Experience with lending systems and data warehouses.

• Experience building KPIs, dashboards, and reporting frameworks.

Technical Skills:

• SQL required;
Python or R preferred.

• Experience with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker).

• Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field required.

• Master's degree preferred.

Location & Work Environment

Location: AZ or Remote

Work Environment:
Standard office or remote setting; occasional travel may be required.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to join a company at a pivotal moment, combining a strong foundation with significant investment in technology, analytics, and growth. You will play a key role in shaping the future of our lending strategy while leading high-impact initiatives and developing talent.