Switchboard Hiring · 2 months ago
Vice President of Commercial Lending
Denver, Colorado, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/ExecutiveSwitchboard is seeking a VP of Commercial Lending for Elevations Credit Union. This role focuses on coaching commercial lenders, shaping sound deal structure, and partnering closely with credit and operations to keep opportunities moving smoothly from initial conversation through closing.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Coach and support commercial lenders on deal strategy, structure, credit expectations, and go-to-market approach
Provide expert guidance on commercial credit structures, with emphasis on commercial real estate, lines of credit, and consumer construction
Partner closely with underwriting, analysts, loan operations, and business operations to keep deals moving smoothly from prospect through closing
Help lenders prepare for Business Loan Committee; attend meetings to support presentations, answer questions, and reinforce sound credit rationale
Deliver timely feedback on market conditions, competitor activity, and pricing so lenders stay aligned with Colorado market dynamics
Support the implementation and adoption of a new commercial loan origination system, contributing to training, process design, and change management
Serve as the primary connector between commercial production and internal partners—anticipating roadblocks, clarifying expectations, and ensuring alignment across teams
Qualification
Required
Strong credit instincts
Experience in coaching commercial lenders
Expertise in commercial credit structures, particularly in commercial real estate, lines of credit, and consumer construction
Ability to partner closely with underwriting, analysts, loan operations, and business operations
Experience preparing for Business Loan Committee meetings
Ability to provide timely feedback on market conditions, competitor activity, and pricing
Experience supporting the implementation and adoption of a commercial loan origination system
Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills
Company
Switchboard Hiring
Switchboard Hiring gives growing teams the best of both worlds: the insider judgment of an internal talent leader with the reach and firepower of a top agency, all in one embedded senior recruiter.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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