Libertas Funding · 5 months ago
Senior Managing Director, Head of Southeast Commercial Private Credit
South Florida, Tampa, Orlando
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
15+ years expLibertas Funding is a leading provider of bridge and mezzanine private credit solutions, dedicated to supporting the growth of middle-market businesses across various industries. They are seeking a highly experienced leader to oversee and expand their private credit offerings in the southeastern United States, focusing on team leadership, business development, and market expansion.
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Responsibilities
Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing team of commercial funding professionals in Florida, with plans to grow into other markets
Cultivate relationships with clients, centers of influence (COIs), and strategic partners—including financial institutions and service providers—to source viable funding opportunities
Manage origination process —from sourcing to working with counterparts in underwriting and portfolio management—ensuring high quality and profitability
Develop and implement regional growth strategies aligned with market trends and company objectives
Establish and strengthen a network of industry contacts, strategic alliances, and referral sources to maximize deal flow
Collaborate with senior management on product offerings, market entry strategies, and expansion initiatives
Monitor southeastern market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities to position Libertas Funding effectively
Qualification
Required
At least 15 years of commercial lending or financial services experience within the South Florida market
Minimum of 5 years of successfully leading and developing sales teams and managing client relationships
Proven success in originating, structuring, and managing bridge, mezzanine, or private credit transactions
Deep professional network within the Southeast commercial lending community, including strong relationships with COIs and financial institutions
Demonstrated ability to source business through various channels—direct client outreach, COIs, partnerships
Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills
Flexibility to expand into new markets and diversify sourcing channels
Bachelor's degree or higher; relevant professional certifications are a plus
Company
Libertas Funding
Libertas Funding provides capital to several small enterprises.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$175MKey Investors
Victory Park Capital
2025-10-08Debt Financing· $100M
2025-04-01Debt Financing· $75M
Leadership Team
John Paradisi
Chief Executive Officer
Jia-Mang Ten
Senior Analytics Officer
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