Vice President, Lending

Who We Are

MassDevelopment, the state’s development finance agency and land bank, delivers financing solutions, real estate expertise, and other assistance to strengthen and grow the Massachusetts economy. We partner with businesses, nonprofits, developers, banks, and municipalities, providing resources to help create jobs, build housing, and foster vibrant communities across the state. We foster a work environment that values diverse perspectives, encourages innovation, and celebrates our shared commitment to building a stronger Massachusetts.

We are seeking a strategic, relationship-driven Vice President of Growth Capital Lending to play a pivotal role in expanding access to capital for small businesses across Southeast Massachusetts. This senior-level role manages the full deal lifecycle, from sourcing and structuring to closing and portfolio oversight, with a strong focus on impact lending, community development, and inclusive economic growth.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in small business or commercial lending, a passion for economic empowerment, and the ability to build trusted partnerships across diverse communities and stakeholders.

What You'll Do :

• End-to-End Loan Origination : Source, structure, and underwrite small business loan opportunities in collaboration with Credit Officers and the SVP of Growth Capital Lending.
• Pipeline Development : Cultivate relationships with entrepreneurs, financial institutions, referral sources, and ecosystem partners to generate a strong pipeline of mission-aligned lending opportunities.
• Deal Structuring & Execution : Lead transaction structuring, negotiate terms, and manage legal documentation, commitment letters, and closing processes to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely execution.
• Portfolio Management : Oversee ongoing borrower relationships, conduct annual reviews, assess financial performance, monitor risk, and ensure covenant compliance.
• Reporting & Forecasting : Support the preparation and review of monthly and quarterly reports, budgets, and forecasts at both the program and agency level.
• Community & Partner Engagement : Represent MassDevelopment at industry events, panels, and community meetings to promote lending programs and forge partnerships with banks, CDFIs, and other agencies.
• Collaborative Leadership : Work cross-functionally with the Business Development Team to strengthen referral networks and support co-lending and participation strategies that maximize impact.

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