CFS
Chief Lending Officer (on-site) - Norwich, CT
Why take a Chief Lending Officer role with this organization? Join a growing financial institution expanding its footprint across Connecticut Lead lending strategy in a high-impact market with deep community ties Enjoy flexibility with remote work and periodic leadership meetings at a central location Be part of a transparent, relationship-driven culture that values local investment and trust-building What the Chief Lending Officer will do… Oversee commercial and industrial lending efforts across the eastern Connecticut region Build and maintain strong relationships with local businesses, civic leaders, and internal teams Follow up on lending leads from both internal sources and personal networks Represent the organization in community settings and leadership meetings Collaborate with a team of loan officers and origination managers to drive growth and engagement What the company needs in a Chief Lending Officer: Experience & Technical Skills: 5-10+ years of experience in commercial and/or industrial lending Familiarity with both residential and commercial lending components Ability to hit the ground running and lead lending efforts independently Soft Skills: Exceptional relationship-building and communication abilities Strong leadership presence and community engagement mindset Comfortable navigating change and building trust in new markets Nice-to-Have: Deep ties to eastern Connecticut (Norwich area preferred) Experience leading teams through market transitions or acquisitions Involvement in local organizations, youth leadership, or civic groups
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Why take a Chief Lending Officer role with this organization? Join a growing financial institution expanding its footprint across Connecticut Lead lending strategy in a high-impact market with deep community ties Enjoy flexibility with remote work and periodic leadership meetings at a central location Be part of a transparent, relationship-driven culture that values local investment and trust-building What the Chief Lending Officer will do… Oversee commercial and industrial lending efforts across the eastern Connecticut region Build and maintain strong relationships with local businesses, civic leaders, and internal teams Follow up on lending leads from both internal sources and personal networks Represent the organization in community settings and leadership meetings Collaborate with a team of loan officers and origination managers to drive growth and engagement What the company needs in a Chief Lending Officer: Experience & Technical Skills: 5-10+ years of experience in commercial and/or industrial lending Familiarity with both residential and commercial lending components Ability to hit the ground running and lead lending efforts independently Soft Skills: Exceptional relationship-building and communication abilities Strong leadership presence and community engagement mindset Comfortable navigating change and building trust in new markets Nice-to-Have: Deep ties to eastern Connecticut (Norwich area preferred) Experience leading teams through market transitions or acquisitions Involvement in local organizations, youth leadership, or civic groups
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