L-1855938: Commercial Loan Closing Operations Manager (CMCM37)

Testing Site - JPMC; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Plano, TX is seeking a Commercial Loan Closing Operations Manager to lead a high-performing team responsible for closing multifamily agency loans. The role partners with sales, credit, and underwriting to ensure accurate, timely closings and delivery while maintaining strict governance and quality standards.

You will drive process improvements, mentor staff, and manage complex transactions, all within a client-centric framework that supports growth and risk controls.

Qualifications

• Ten years of commercial lending operations leadership and people management.
• Direct expertise with Fannie Mae DUS or Freddie Mac Optigo and related regulatory requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business management, or related discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to influence at all levels.
• Proven cross-functional collaboration, conflict resolution, and escalation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound judgment in fast-paced settings.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills across internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of loan closers, setting clear goals and fostering a high-performance culture
• Manage the originations pipeline, ensuring accurate rate locks, timely closings, funding, and loan deliveries aligned with agency guidelines and firm standards
• Personally execute a select portfolio of complex transactions to maintain subject-matter expertise and influence best practices
• Champion a client-first experience across the closing lifecycle, proactively addressing issues and escalating as needed to drive resolution
• Strengthen cross-functional partnerships with sales, credit, underwriting, servicing, legal counsel, title companies, and agencies to align on strategy and priorities
• Drive strategic process improvements by evaluating policies, procedures, and controls to implement efficient, scalable closing practices
• Create and maintain a robust control environment, partnering with key control stakeholders through effective governance and communication routines
• Conduct ongoing performance management, engagement activities, and development planning to grow team capability and accountability
• Adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment, making sound, independent decisions to keep transactions on track

Skills

Lending operations leadership

Stakeholder influence

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical problem-solving

Independent decision-making

Communication skills

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business management

Tools

Fannie Mae DUS

Data analytics tools

Job description

L-1855938: Commercial Loan Closing Operations Manager (CMCM37)

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Job Information

• Job Identification 210726037
• Job Category Client Management
• Business Unit Commercial & Investment Bank
• Posting Date 03/27/2026, 03:42 PM
• Locations 8181 Communications Pkwy Bldg B, Plano, TX, 75024, US 150 W University Dr, Tempe, AZ, 85281, US 3 Park Plz, Irvine, CA, 92614, US
• Job Schedule Full time

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Job Description

Join a team where your leadership drives impact for our clients and communities. You’ll elevate your career by leading a high-performing group that closes complex multifamily agency loans with excellence. Grow your skills in strategy, coaching, and innovation while optimizing processes and controls. Partner across sales, credit, underwriting, servicing, legal, title, and agencies to deliver a standout client experience. Be part of a culture that values learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Job summary:

As a Loan Closing Operations Manager in Agency and Institutional Capital within our Commercial Real Estate organization, you lead a team delivering timely, accurate closings and deliveries for multifamily agency loans, ensuring consistent adherence to guidelines and firm standards. You manage the originations pipeline, rate locks, funding, and delivery requirements while maintaining quality and efficiency that positively impact clients and the broader community. You foster collaboration with partners across the closing lifecycle and champion a client-centric approach that enhances service at every step. You build team capability through coaching, feedback, and performance management, cultivating a strong culture of accountability and growth.

You will also personally lead select complex transactions to keep your expertise current and set execution standards for the team. You’ll drive strategic initiatives that refine policies, practices, controls, and procedures to scale efficient closing processes and strengthen the control environment through effective governance and communication with key stakeholders. Regular engagement with business partners aligns production goals and priorities, supporting consistency, predictability, and exceptional client outcomes across the portfolio.

Job responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of loan closers, setting clear goals and fostering a high-performance culture
• Manage the originations pipeline, ensuring accurate rate locks, timely closings, funding, and loan deliveries aligned with agency guidelines and firm standards
• Personally execute a select portfolio of complex transactions to maintain subject-matter expertise and influence best practices
• Champion a client-first experience across the closing lifecycle, proactively addressing issues and escalating as needed to drive resolution
• Strengthen cross-functional partnerships with sales, credit, underwriting, servicing, legal counsel, title companies, and agencies to align on strategy and priorities
• Drive strategic process improvements by evaluating policies, procedures, and controls to implement efficient, scalable closing practices
• Create and maintain a robust control environment, partnering with key control stakeholders through effective governance and communication routines
• Conduct ongoing performance management, engagement activities, and development planning to grow team capability and accountability
• Adapt to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment, making sound, independent decisions to keep transactions on track

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Ten years of commercial lending operations leadership and people management experience
• Direct expertise with Fannie Mae DUS or Freddie Mac Optigo executions and applicable regulatory requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business management, or a related discipline
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and leaders at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally, manage conflict, escalating issues appropriately, and drive resolution outcomes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with effective, independent decision-making and sound judgment in fast-paced settings
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and adapt to changing business needs
• Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and relationship-building skills across internal and external stakeholders

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Experience leading transformation and implementing process changes in dynamic, growth-focused environments
• Experience with data analytics tools and techniques to drive operational insights and efficiencies
• Demonstrated success driving business and cultural change to deliver measurable results and operational excellence
• Experience thriving in high-growth, agile teams with evolving priorities and goals

Required or additional information:

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Work schedules will be full-time in office, on a 40-hour per week schedule.

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT: This position is subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. As such, an employment offer for this position is contingent on JPMorganChase’s review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.

About the Team

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.