Position Overview As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end operational processes related to co-lending activities, both in the secured and unsecured lending segments. This role involves ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and seamless collaboration with co-lending partners and other stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: • Operational Strategy: • Develop and implement a strategic plan for co-lending operations that aligns with the company's overall business goals and regulatory requirements. • Continuously assess and improve operational processes to enhance efficiency and scalability. • Team Leadership: • Recruit, train, and lead a high-performing co-lending operations team. • Set clear performance objectives, provide guidance, and conduct performance evaluations. • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team. • Process Optimization: • Streamline and standardize co-lending processes to ensure consistency and compliance with internal policies and regulatory guidelines. • Identify opportunities for automation and technology enhancements to improve operational efficiency. • Partnership Collaboration: • Collaborate closely with co-lending partners, fintechs, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless operations. • Establish and maintain strong working relationships with partners to resolve operational issues and drive process improvements. • Risk Management: • Work in conjunction with the risk and compliance teams to monitor and manage operational risks associated with co-lending activities. • Implement robust risk assessment and mitigation strategies. • Quality Control and Compliance: • Ensure that co-lending operations adhere to all relevant regulatory requirements, including KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) standards. • Conduct regular audits and reviews to maintain a high level of operational quality and compliance. • Reporting and Analytics: • Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and develop reporting mechanisms to monitor and report on operational performance. • Use data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive operational improvements. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field (MBA preferred). • At least 14 years of experience in operations leadership roles within the financial services industry, with a strong background in co-lending. • Proven track record of optimizing operational processes and achieving efficiency gains. • Excellent knowledge of regulatory compliance in lending operations. • Strong leadership and communication skills. • Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex operational challenges.