Head of Lending Operations — Scale European SME Lending

RiverBank S.A.; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Freelance Recruitment Leader to spearhead commercial lending operations. This role involves shaping and scaling the Lending Operations team, overseeing loan documentation, and ensuring compliance across various European markets. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in commercial lending and possess excellent stakeholder management skills, particularly in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in English and Dutch is mandatory as is the ability to innovate in a dynamically evolving surroundings.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial lending, especially in loan drawdown.
• Proven track record in leading operational teams within financial services.
• Strong communication skills in English and Dutch.

Responsibilities

• Lead loan fulfilment processes across multiple countries.
• Manage loan documentation and compliance with regulation.
• Build a new Lending Operations team from the ground up.

Skills

Commercial lending experience

Loan drawdown and fulfilment processes

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Data-driven mindset

Job description

A leading financial services company is seeking a Freelance Recruitment Leader to spearhead commercial lending operations. This role involves shaping and scaling the Lending Operations team, overseeing loan documentation, and ensuring compliance across various European markets. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in commercial lending and possess excellent stakeholder management skills, particularly in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency in English and Dutch is mandatory as is the ability to innovate in a dynamically evolving surroundings.