<p>Are you a <strong>sales-minded leader</strong> with the intensity and hunger to drive growth? This <strong>Real Estate Lending Manager</strong> role is a <strong>high-impact, highly visible position</strong> overseeing a team of 20 across Michigan and Florida. You’ll lead initiatives that <strong>boost production, expand market share, and launch new products</strong>, while ensuring operational excellence and compliance. The role combines strategic leadership, operational oversight, and a focus on driving volume and supporting Mortgage Lending Officers (MLOs). This role will be hybrid (3 days in office / 2 remote) after training located in Grand Blanc, Michigan. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Manage and lead a team of 20 professionals, including underwriters, servicing staff, and back-office personnel, ensuring optimal performance and collaboration.</p><p>• Drive mortgage lending volume by supporting MLOs, identifying pipeline opportunities, and recommending new products based on market trends.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to boost production, improve efficiency, and enhance scalability.</p><p>• Hold team members accountable for performance metrics, providing coaching and shadowing underperforming staff when necessary.</p><p>• Participate in client meetings for escalations and high-level sales calls to reinforce leadership presence.</p><p>• Collaborate with IT, marketing, and branch leadership to align operations with organizational goals and drive growth.</p><p>• Monitor portfolio performance, ensuring compliance with Fannie Mae guidelines and secondary market requirements.</p><p>• Analyze market gaps and lead the launch of new products to meet evolving customer demands.</p><p>• Oversee budgets, reporting, and operational processes to maintain efficiency and accuracy.</p><p>• Champion initiatives that enhance team development and operational excellence.</p>

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent relevant experience.<br>• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mortgage lending, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.<br>• Comprehensive understanding of secondary market requirements and lending systems.<br>• Demonstrated ability to drive production and implement strategic initiatives.<br>• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead, coach, and inspire teams.<br>• Proven problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in a fast-paced environment.<br>• Expertise in mortgage loan underwriting and origination.<br>• Familiarity with sales processes within the mortgage lending industry.

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