Chief Lending Officer: Growth & Strategy Leader

Hoosier Hills; Bedford (IN); On-site; USD 194,000 - 286,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive incentive plan

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) matching

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Hoosier Hills Credit Union is seeking a Chief Lending Officer to lead all lending production and operations, including commercial, mortgage, consumer, indirect, and servicing. Reporting to the CEO, the CLO will shape lending strategy, drive growth, and maintain asset quality while ensuring regulatory compliance and exceptional member experience.

The role requires a strategic leader with 10+ years in lending leadership within financial services and a track record of portfolio growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• MBA or related master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of executive leadership experience in lending within a credit union, bank, or financial services organization.
• Proven experience leading consumer, mortgage, and commercial lending.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute HHCU's lending strategy to support sustainable growth and profitability.
• Portfolio & Risk Management: Oversee loan portfolio, credit quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Leadership & Culture: Lead lending teams, foster accountability and collaboration.
• Community & Business Development: Travel to footprint, build partnerships, and support growth initiatives.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Lending operations

Credit risk

Portfolio management

Sales leadership

Communication

Relationship building

Financial acumen

Change management

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Job description

Hoosier Hills Credit Union is seeking a Chief Lending Officer to lead all lending production and operations, including commercial, mortgage, consumer, indirect, and servicing. Reporting to the CEO, the CLO will shape lending strategy, drive growth, and maintain asset quality while ensuring regulatory compliance and exceptional member experience.

The role requires a strategic leader with 10+ years in lending leadership within financial services and a track record of portfolio growth.