Job Title: SVP | Commercial Mortgage Operations
Reports To: CEO
Department: Arcstone Financial & AMP Mortgage
About Arcstone Financial
Arcstone Financial is a dynamic mortgage company dedicated to providing exceptional financial solutions. We are committed to the highest standards of service, efficiency, and integrity.
Job Summary
Arcstone Financials and our wholesale division, AMP Mortgage, seeks a strategic and results-driven Senior Vice President, Commercial Mortgage Operations to lead and optimize all aspects of the company’s commercial lending operations. This role will be responsible for overseeing the full life cycle of commercial loan transactions—from file opening to funding and securitization—while ensuring alignment with corporate guidelines and strategic goals.
The SVP will collaborate closely with the CEO and Head of Capital Markets to ensure the commercial mortgage division is operating efficiently and profitably. They will lead and manage multiple operational functions, including file opening, credit, underwriting, funding, shipping, and lock desk teams, ensuring seamless execution and risk management. Additionally, the SVP will drive training initiatives and create standardized job aids to enhance employee performance and process efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Oversight
- Lead the entire commercial lending operations
function, ensuring efficient and compliant processing from origination through
funding and securitization.
- Develop and implement operational strategies
that align with company objectives and growth targets.
- Work with the CEO and Head of Capital Markets
to ensure all commercial loan originations meet internal guidelines and
industry standards.
Operational Excellence & Process Optimization
- Oversee and improve workflows for file
opening, credit review, underwriting, funding, shipping, and lock desk
operations.
- Monitor pipeline management, turn times, and
operational efficiencies to maximize loan production and delivery.
- Identify and implement automation and
technology solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure adherence to regulatory and investor
guidelines in all commercial loan transactions.
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to
mitigate risks related to underwriting, structuring, and securitization.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with the sales team to support
loan origination efforts while maintaining high-quality operational execution.
- Coordinate with capital markets and secondary
marketing teams to optimize loan sales and securitization strategies.
- Perform related tasks and additional
responsibilities as directed by the CEO, or other senior management.
Training & Development
- Build and implement comprehensive training
programs and job aids for operations teams.
- Foster a high-performing culture through
mentorship, leadership development, and process improvement initiatives.
Skills Requirements
- Proven leadership in
managing large mortgage operations teams with a strong track record of
efficiency and profitability.
- Deep understanding
of commercial loan origination, securitization, credit risk, and regulatory
requirements.
- Strong collaboration
skills, with experience working across departments, including sales,
underwriting, funding, and capital markets.
- Proficiency in
mortgage technology platforms and data-driven decision-making.
- Exceptional
problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex transactions.
- Strong leadership, training, and employee development capabilities.
Experience | Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- 10+ years of experience in commercial mortgage operations, credit, underwriting, or capital markets.
Benefits | Travel
- Occassional travel may be required to attend industry events, training sessions, or broker meetings to represent Arcstone Financial and AMP Mortgage.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
Disclaimer: The above statements outline the general nature and level of work assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this position.