Vice President, Consumer Lending

Location: Westchester, NY (Hybrid | 3 days onsite)Compensation: $130,000 – $170,000 + strong benefitsWhy This OpportunityOur client is a member-owned, full-service financial institution with a strong community focus, modern digital capabilities, and an employee-first culture. With a highly engaged leadership team and a commitment to innovation, this is an excellent opportunity for a consumer lending leader who wants real influence, visibility, and long-term impact.This role offers the chance to shape consumer lending strategy, modernize processes, leverage automation, and lead growth initiatives across multiple lending channels—while working in a collaborative, values-driven environment.About The OrganizationMember-owned financial institution offering a full suite of banking, lending, investment, and insurance productsServes 150,000+ members through community and association-based eligibilityRobust digital banking platform, including mobile banking, remote deposit, bill pay, credit monitoring, and card management toolsKnown for a strong, people-centric leadership team and supportive cultureCompetitive benefits package, including a strong 401(k) matchRole OverviewThe VP, Consumer Lending provides strategic and operational leadership for all consumer lending activities. This role is responsible for driving loan growth, improving efficiency through automation, strengthening credit administration, and delivering an exceptional member experience.The ideal candidate brings both strategic vision and hands-on leadership, with the ability to modernize lending operations while developing high-performing teams.Primary ResponsibilitiesLead and continuously improve consumer lending processes, identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities for automation and efficiencyDrive loan growth by aligning objectives, opportunities, and resources across all consumer lending channelsProvide leadership across consumer loan acquisition sources, including direct, indirect, credit card, and emerging channelsCollaborate cross-functionally to support enterprise-wide goals and member acquisition strategiesOversee credit administration, underwriting standards, and consistent risk management practicesDevelop and execute strategies to acquire, develop, and retain productive lending relationshipsMentor and develop lending leadership and staff, fostering strong critical thinking and decision-makingEnsure productivity, service quality, and performance standards are consistently metServe as a strategic thought partner to executive leadership on consumer lending trends and opportunitiesPreferred Qualifications7+ years of experience in consumer lending, including leadership responsibilityExperience working for credit union with automotive lending expertiseProven ability to develop and execute dynamic lending strategiesStrong leadership and mentoring skills with a track record of developing talentAnalytical and solution-oriented mindset with the ability to identify and resolve operational and management challengesExperience driving change, process improvement, and automation initiatives#INAPR2026