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Loan Officer / Relationship Manager

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Location
Cincinnati, Ohio
Posted
10 days ago
Department
Business / Management
Salary
$85,000-$105,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, real estate, or a related field
  • At least 3 years of experience in community development, commercial real estate finance, banking, or a similar field
  • Experience in community development finance, commercial real estate lending, or banking
  • Ability to analyze financial statements and apply established underwriting criteria and risk profiles
  • Strong sales, customer service, and relationship-building skills
  • Highly organized with strong time-management skills and attention to detail
Nice to have
  • Experience with affordable housing, tax credit transactions, CDFIs, or mission-driven lending
  • Knowledge of community development financing tools and resources (NMTC, LIHTC, Historic Tax Credits, and other local, state, and federal programs)
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships and develop business opportunities through networking and community engagement
  • Experience with affordable housing programs and developing partnerships to support affordable housing lending
  • Nonprofit or mission-driven lending experience
What the job really is

The Loan Officer / Relationship Manager at Cincinnati Development Fund will lead the commercial real estate lending process, focusing on originating, evaluating, and structuring loans. This role involves building and maintaining relationships with borrowers, guiding them through the lending process, and collaborating with internal teams to support loan disbursements and portfolio monitoring.

Benefits
  • Competitive pay: $85,000-$105,000, depending on experience and qualifications
  • Hybrid schedule with three days in office and two days remote
  • Generous paid time off
  • Comprehensive benefits options including medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan (with company contribution)
Things to weigh
  • Focus on community development finance may limit exposure to broader commercial lending practices
  • The role requires strong relationship-building skills, which may not suit candidates who prefer more technical or isolated work environments
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