Are you a high-level operator in the lending space who understands how to scale Non-QM and commercial lending platforms?
Do you thrive in environments where speed, precision, and execution drive real revenue?
We're looking for aDirector of Operationsto take ownership of the operational engine behind a fast-growing lending business focused onNon-QM residential and commercial lending.
This is not a maintenance role — this is abuild, optimize, and scalerole.
Strategic Lendingis afinancial services and lending solutions companyfocused on helping individuals and businesses secure funding through a variety of loan products.
Based in Salisbury, the company operates as abroker-style lender/financing partner, connecting clients with lending options tailored to their specific financial needs.
What You'll Own
Lead and optimize all operational functions across ourNon-QM residential and commercial lending platform
Oversee the full loan lifecycle — from intake to funding tosecondary market execution (note sales)
Manage and streamlineloan processing, underwriting coordination, closing, and post-closing workflows
Drive efficiency insecondary mortgage operations, including packaging and selling loans on the secondary market
Build and implement systems, SOPs, and workflows that increase speed, accuracy,



and scalability
Ensure compliance across all lending activities, including Non-QM and commercial lending guidelines
Work directly with leadership to align operations with growth targets and capital deployment strategies
Who You Are
Deep experience inNon-QM residential lending and/or commercial lending operations
Solid understanding ofloan structuring, underwriting flow, and secondary market execution
Proven operator — you don't just manage, youbuild, fix, and scale systems
Experience managingloan pipelines, investor relationships, and note sales
Detail-oriented but able to think strategically at a high level
Comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where things move quickly
Requirements
Based inDelaware or Maryland (proximity to Salisbury, MD preferred)
Ability to be in office quarterly (minimum)
Strong leadership, communication, and execution skills
What This Role Offers
Opportunity to help build and scale ahigh-growth lending platform
Direct access to leadership and involvement in strategic decision-making
Competitive compensation + performance upside
A seat at the table as we expand acrossNon-QM and commercial lending markets
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📌 Director Of Operations - Non Qm Lending (Adelaide)
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📍 Adelaide