Chief Lending Officer

National Covenant Properties•Chicago, IL

About The Position

National Covenant Properties (NCP) is a $400 million church extension fund, which operates as a financial ministry affiliate of The Evangelical Covenant Church (ECC) denomination. NCP provides investment products to members of Covenant churches and offers lending and real estate services solutions to local congregations and affiliated organizations as they seek to expand their facilities and ministries. NCP is looking to add a new position of Chief Lending Officer to lead the underwriting, lending, loan portfolio management and the real estate consulting initiatives to churches and other organizations affiliated with The Evangelical Covenant Church. As the Chief Lending Officer, you will have the chance to create meaningful impact, influence the world around you, and join a team whose values align with your own. This role offers deep professional satisfaction by allowing you to apply your skills and experience in an environment where the work truly matters and your contribution make a lasting difference. The Chief Lending Officer reports directly to the President of NCP and will partner with the executive management team to develop and implement the appropriate lending products and services. The Chief Lending Officer will lead and mentor the lending and real estate services team, oversee the lending business development, the underwriting and credit analysis of loan applications, and the loan portfolio risk profile and loan management efforts of NCP.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, finance or accounting, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least ten (10) years of related banking and financial services experience, including management of financial staff, extensive working knowledge of and/or involvement in banking, the commercial real estate lending field, financial analysis, and general management of financial investments.
High proficiency in computer and internet technology.
Expert knowledge and experience with standard and not-for-profit accounting principles along with a high level of customer service emphasis.
As all investment products offered by NCP are legally considered “securities,” the candidate must be able to hold a minimum of a Series 63 Securities License (or received within the first 90 days of employment).
Personal and demonstrated Christian faith. Personal membership in a Covenant church is strongly encouraged.
Willingness to fully support the mission and ministry of the Evangelical Covenant Church at the denominational, regional conference and local congregational levels, as well as affiliated entities and ministries.
Demonstrated leadership skills, with proven ability to lead complex organizations and experience managing and developing high-performance team and driving growth in a changing environment.
Effectively communicates in written and verbal forms in person and via communication mediums.
Works well under pressure and is able to accurately accomplish multiple tasks, with conflicting priorities and timelines. Ability to track and report progress on a wide range of tasks, queries, requests simultaneously.
Uses critical thinking skills to exercise discretion and independent judgement, applying logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to address challenges.
Self-starter and ability to work independently.
Excellent management and people skills to embrace diversity of schedules, backgrounds, formats, contexts, etc.
Capable of managing stress by accepting criticism, engaging in conflict resolution, dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations. Maintains flexibility in approach and adjusts actions when appropriate.
Mastery of Office 365 and other analytic tools. Working knowledge of Microsoft and Windows applications, CRM databases and management, and web technologies.
Strong organization, prioritization, and time-management skills are evident.
Excels in attention to detail with high level of accuracy in preparation of financial transactions, written documents, reports, and correspondence. Good understanding of GAAP standards and practices.
A team player that ensures caring and excellent customer service to all stakeholders.
Ability to operate with discretion and confidentiality at all times, especially related to information security and account holder’s personal identifiable information.

Nice To Haves

Personal engagement with the Evangelical Covenant Church.

Responsibilities

Engage with NCP President, the Relationship Management Team, regional Conference leadership, as well as CEOs and CFOs of affiliated Covenant entities on financial matters relating to real estate transactions and NCP financing.
Participate in the development of the organization’s strategic plans and implementation of resulting initiatives and other assignment from the President of NCP.
Collaborate with the President of NCP to align lending activities with the organization’s broader strategic goals.
Serve as an advisor to the Board of Directors of NCP.
Coach, lead, motivate, and mentor the relationship management team, fostering a positive environment and ensuring a customer centric, high standard of service delivery while achieving the mission and loan growth and loan quality objectives of NCP.
Actively participate in strategic relationship management with existing and prospective constituents.
Collaborate with key stakeholders on approvals, strategy development and implementation and/or concept development that improves or enhances NCP’s mission and positioning.
Participate in marketing and communication efforts that increase awareness and engagement of church constituency with NCP investment opportunities.
Collaborate with the executive management on developing and implementing sound and pertinent IT, technological and security programs and processes, cybersecurity initiatives, and internal controls.
Provide guidance to congregations and individuals on the developments and preparation of NCP loan application packets. Gather, analyze, and interpret financial information for NCP leadership and key constituency.
Deliver consultation to churches and their leadership on facility design, location searches and property developments including the review of leases, purchase or sale agreements or other real estate contracts.
Monitor and advise on real estate trends and market analysis within the 11 regions NCP provides its services.
Formulate reports, proposals, and additional presentations, as warranted to facilitate engagement of stakeholders.
Engage in a professional, hospitable, and courteous manner in NCP’s electronic, phone and in-person communication.
Other duties as assigned by President.