Chief Lending Officer

Chief Lending Officer

A leading private real estate investment firm is seeking a dynamic Chief Lending Officer to drive the growth and performance of its private lending platform. The CLO will be responsible for asset management, and strategic development of the lending business. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing large-scale lending operations with a focus on private lending in the real estate sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all lending operations, including transaction management, closing, servicing, and asset management
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team across origination, underwriting, servicing, and asset management
• Develop and implement lending strategies to optimize risk-adjusted returns and drive market share growth
• Collaborate with capital markets team to diversify and optimize funding sources
• Foster and maintain strong relationships with key borrowers, brokers, and capital partners
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and maintain a robust risk management framework

Requirements:

• 15+ years of experience in real estate lending, with at least 5 years leading a direct lending platform, in a private credit/lending setting
• Deep expertise in real estate finance, with a focus on development, construction, bridge, and permanent lending
• Strong knowledge of capital markets and experience with loan syndications, securitizations, and structured finance
• Proven ability to build, lead, and scale high-performing teams
• Excellent credit underwriting, risk management, and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and relationship-building abilities
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance growth and risk
• MBA or advanced degree in real estate, finance, or related field preferred

The Chief Lending Officer will report directly to the CEO and serve as a key member of the executive leadership team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to build a world-class lending operation and play a pivotal role in the companies continued growth and success.

Compensation is highly competitive, comprised of base salary, performance bonus, carried interest participation, and long-term incentives. First-year cash compensation is expected to exceed $1,000,000, with a full suite of benefits.

If you are a results-driven lending executive with a passion for real estate and a proven track record of success, please submit your resume and I will be in touch!