Director, Bank Origination

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Director overseeing fintech lending partnerships for Merrick Bank, a non-prime lender and merchant acquirer. Managing program due diligence, performance, risk, compliance, and partner relationships.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeSouth Jordan • Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in partner relationship management, operational efficiency, and compliance within the banking and financial services sectors. Proficient in managing third-party risk and developing executive-level materials to support program performance and enhancements.

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Third-Party ManagementLending Products ExpertiseEnterprise Risk ManagementRegulatory ComplianceStakeholder Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Program Operations ManagementData AnalysisFinancial KPI MonitoringAudit ReadinessBusiness Continuity PlanningNegotiationPresentation DevelopmentInformation SynthesisContractual Requirement MonitoringProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship ManagementCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

PowerPointDashboards

Industry Keywords

BankingFintechFinancial ServicesSponsored LendingLoan LifecycleThird-Party Risk ManagementBanking RegulationsOperational EfficiencyService ExcellenceCompliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with due diligence and onboarding of new partners
Serve as primary relationship owner for assigned programs
Foster long-term, mutually beneficial partner collaborations
Oversee day-to-day program operations
Monitor partner performance against contractual requirements and financial KPIs
Recommend program enhancements
Ensure operational efficiency, service excellence, and compliance across multiple programs
Track origination volumes and pricing to inform program performance and process improvements
Collaborate with internal risk and operational teams on ongoing bank oversight
Work with legal and compliance teams to address audit findings and issue remediation
Ensure audit readiness and lead program management implementation aligned with regulatory and internal risk frameworks
Confirm business continuity, disaster recovery capabilities, and bank contingency plans for each program
Track ongoing reporting requirements, assess data, identify trends or issues, schedule periodic partner meetings, and summarize insights for internal resources
Report to the VP, Bank Origination

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field
5+ years in banking, fintech, or financial services, with at least 3 years in third-party management or operations management
Experience in sponsored lending and lending products
Proven track record working cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders
Understanding of lending products and loan lifecycle
Strong negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Comfortable managing multiple high-value relationships in a fast-paced, regulated environment
Familiarity with banking regulations and third-party risk management guidelines
Demonstrated expertise in enterprise risk management framework
Experience developing executive-level materials such as dashboards, PowerPoint presentations, and written summaries
Ability to aggregate and synthesize complex information into clear and concise insights
Responsible for complying with applicable laws, banking regulations, and internal control policies and procedures
Heightened security awareness and strict confidentiality when handling sensitive loan documentation and customer data

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay, including a Bonus Target or Variable Pay Incentive Program
Benefits Package - Medical, Dental, and Vision (plus much more)
401(k) Plan with Company Match
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Wellness Programs
Group Life and AD&D Insurance
Paid Vacation, Sick Days and bank Holidays
Employee Engagement Activities including Employee Appreciation Day, DEI Employee Resource Groups, Corporate Social Responsibility, Service Recognition
Comprehensive benefit suite
On-site meetings and occasional travel