Director of Risk & Lending Strategy

Job Description

Job Description

About the Job

Company Description

Our client, established in 1939, is one of the fastest growing and industry-leading credit unions in Western New York. Renowned for its member-first philosophy, [Client Name] values people over money and maintains a strong tradition of service excellence. This commitment to community and financial well-being has fueled our sustained growth and success.

The Director of Risk & Lending Strategy will serve as a key bridge between operations, compliance, and lending-helping ensure Our client remains well-managed, well-analyzed, and well-prepared for the future. This role is designed to support today's operational needs while developing tomorrow's leadership.

Primary Responsibilities

Compliance & Risk Management

Maintain and enhance ongoing compliance, audit tracking, and BSA / OFAC oversight.

Identify and mitigate emerging risks across the loan and investment portfolios.

Serve as a secondary liaison with examiners, auditors, and regulators.

Financial & Portfolio Analysis

Monitor loan portfolio performance, delinquencies, and key performance ratios.

Conduct regular financial analysis and reporting for management and the board.

Assist with CECL modeling, ALM reporting, and strategic budgeting.

Lending Strategy & Support

Partner with the lending team to streamline underwriting, pricing, and policy application.

Evaluate loan concentration risks and support portfolio diversification efforts.

Participate in loan committee reviews and periodic portfolio deep dives.

Leadership Development

Collaborate directly with the CEO on strategic projects, including risk modeling, process design, and future facility planning.

Serve as a potential successor for senior management roles as Our client expands into its new headquarters.

Model integrity, professionalism, and accountability in daily operations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

5+ years of credit union or community banking experience in compliance, lending, or financial analysis.

Deep understanding of regulatory expectations and credit risk management.

Strong analytical and communication skills; Excel / financial modeling proficiency.

Entrepreneurial mindset, leadership potential, and commitment to the mission of member service.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision : simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services

W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise

W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision : simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.