Loan Processing Leader: Fast, Compliant Closings

First Atlantic Federal Credit Union; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Federal Credit Union is seeking a Loan Processing Manager to lead our loan processing team through consumer and mortgage loan workflows from application to closing. You will coach staff, ensure timely, accurate, and compliant documentation, and partner with vendors and departments to optimize the lending process.

The role emphasizes leadership development, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within a service-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team development abilities.
• Knowledge of consumer and mortgage lending operations.
• Process improvement and problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities.
• Ability to manage compliance requirements and operational risk.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth

Responsibilities

• As Loan Processing Manager, oversee daily operations of consumer and mortgage loan processing functions.
• Lead a team dedicated to delivering outstanding service and operational excellence.
• Develop, document, and improve department procedures and workflows.
• Monitor loan conditions, approvals, and closing requirements to support seamless transactions.
• Maintain compliance with credit union policies and applicable regulations.
• Manage key vendor relationships supporting loan processing operations.
• Use reporting and analytics to measure performance and drive decisions.
• Foster partnerships across departments to improve communication and efficiency.
• Guide the team through change and promote professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Lending operations

Process improvement

Communication

Organization & analytics

Compliance & risk

Continuous learning

Education

Associate degree or cert/licensing

Job description

Atlantic Federal Credit Union is seeking a Loan Processing Manager to lead our loan processing team through consumer and mortgage loan workflows from application to closing. You will coach staff, ensure timely, accurate, and compliant documentation, and partner with vendors and departments to optimize the lending process.

The role emphasizes leadership development, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within a service-driven environment.