Chief Lending Officer: Growth, Compliance & Risk Leadership

Cu Today, Llc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Wheelhouse Credit Union in San Diego, CA seeks a Chief Lending Officer/VP to lead the strategic direction of our lending portfolio across consumer, mortgage, and commercial segments. The role reports to senior leadership and guides risk, compliance, and member experience.

The CLO will build high-impact lending programs, strengthen portfolio quality, and develop talent within the lending team while partnering with risk, operations, and executive leadership to promote sustainable growth in our

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in lending with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending practices.
• Experience managing collections operations and recovery strategies.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or related field (Master's preferred).

Responsibilities

• Ensure lending programs align with strategic goals, regulatory compliance, and risk management standards.
• Deliver outstanding member experiences and strengthen community presence.
• Lead and develop lending teams and oversee risk controls.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Regulatory knowledge

Risk management

Portfolio management

Lending knowledge

Collections management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Wheelhouse Credit Union in San Diego, CA seeks a Chief Lending Officer/VP to lead the strategic direction of our lending portfolio across consumer, mortgage, and commercial segments. The role reports to senior leadership and guides risk, compliance, and member experience.

The CLO will build high-impact lending programs, strengthen portfolio quality, and develop talent within the lending team while partnering with risk, operations, and executive leadership to promote sustainable growth in our