Director of Operations - Non QM Lending

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 a Director of Operations to take ownership of the operational engine behind a fast-growing lending business focused on Non-QM residential and commercial lending.

This is not a maintenance role — this is a build, optimize, and scale role.

Strategic Lending is a financial services and lending solutions company focused on helping individuals and businesses secure funding through a variety of loan products. Based in Salisbury, the company operates as a broker-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 our Non-QM residential and commercial lending platform
•     Oversee the full loan lifecycle — from intake to funding to secondary market execution (note sales)
•     Manage and streamline loan processing, underwriting coordination, closing, and post-closing workflows
•     Drive efficiency in secondary 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 strategiesRequirements

  Who You Are

•     Deep experience in Non-QM residential lending and/or commercial lending operations
•     Strong understanding of loan structuring, underwriting flow, and secondary market execution
•     Proven operator — you don’t just manage, you build, fix, and scale systems
•     Experience managing loan 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 in Delaware or Maryland (proximity to Salisbury, MD preferred)
•     Ability to be in-office quarterly (minimum)
•     Strong leadership, communication, and execution skillsBenefits

  What This Role Offers

•     Opportunity to help build and scale a high-growth lending platform
•     Direct access to leadership and involvement in strategic decision-making
•     Competitive compensation+
• performance upsideA seat at the table as we expand across Non-QM and commercial lending markets