Conventus Holdings Corporation was envisioned and created to reduce the number of economic intermediaries involved in the origination, funding and investment in the $125 billion real estate bridge loan marketplace. True to the Latin origin of the company’s name, “to bring together,” CHC’s existence and strength is anchored to a business model that removes unnecessary economic intermediates so that it can provide superior pricing and service to its clients. Our competitive edge in executing our mission is assembling, nurturing, and developing a collaborative group of talented individuals. To that end, diversity of experiences, perspectives, skills, and cultures is core to our mission and team.
Position
Full‑Time, Salaried, Performance‑based bonus. Required four days per week in the office (Mon‑Thu).
Conventus is seeking an experienced Head of Wholesale Lending to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing the strategic vision for the wholesale lending division. This senior‑level role will oversee all aspects of broker and correspondent partnerships, including recruitment, relationship management, pricing strategy, team leadership, and channel profitability. The ideal candidate has a strong background in real‑estate private lending, with deep expertise in bridge, fix‑and‑flip, ground‑up construction, and DSCR loan programs.
This role reports to the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) and works closely with Capital Markets, Credit, Operations, Product, and Technology teams.
Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute a comprehensive wholesale lending strategy aligned with Conventus’ business goals
- Identify and engage high‑quality channel partners (brokers, JV partners, referral sources)
- Set and deliver volume, margin, and partner satisfaction targets for wholesale
- Monitor market trends to identify growth opportunities and adjust strategy accordingly
- Define and optimize operational processes for efficiency and scalability
Team Management
Recruit, train, and lead a team of Account Executives to cover key broker networksSet performance goals and drive accountability across the teamProvide coaching, performance feedback, and professional growth opportunitiesPartner cross‑functionally—especially with CRO, Operations, Credit, Capital Markets, and Product—to align on goals and resolve escalationsPartner Development
Source and onboard high‑quality mortgage brokers and partnersDevelop a policy for screening and onboarding brokers and the assignment of coverageBuild and maintain long‑term, productive relationships with partners with appropriate coverage based on the opportunityOversee training and education programs for brokers on product offerings and underwriting guidelinesWork closely with credit, underwriting, and capital markets teams to ensure competitive pricing and product featuresIdentify tools and technology necessary to effectively execute the wholesale strategyMonitor industry trends, competitor activity, and market demands and implement changes to pricing and terms based on these trendsWork closely with the Credit team to align wholesale lending with underwriting guidelines and risk appetiteImplement wholesale‑specific guardrails around eligible asset types, LTV / DSCR thresholds, and portfolio concentrationReport regularly on risk KPIs (e.g. early defaults, concentration) to leadershipReporting and Performance
Use data to identify trends, recommend actions, and optimize the channelPresent regular performance reviews to the executive teamQualifications
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or related field (MBA preferred)10+ years in mortgage or commercial lending with significant experience in wholesale / origination channelsProven track record in building and scaling broker channelsSolid understanding of loan underwriting (Bridge, DSCR, Construction, Multifamily)Demonstrated ability to collaborate across credit, operations, capital markets, and sales teamsStrong leadership and mentorship skills—experience managing managersExceptional oral and written communication with an ability to represent Conventus externallyMindset and Character
At CHC, we look for future employees who demonstrate the mindset and character of our core values :
Deliver Extraordinary Client Experience : Demonstrate unwavering responsiveness and dedication to delighting clients at every touchpointTake Responsibility : Be proactive, know what you are responsible for, act with integrity and follow through to the endRespond with Urgency and Care : Balance speed with quality, ensuring that every response is both timely and impactfulGrow Together : Grow together through a culture of intellectual curiosity, collaboration and celebrationSeniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries : Financial Services and Real Estate
Benefits
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