Lending Support Specialist

Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)

Lending Support Specialist at LISC supporting national and local lending activities through pipeline management. Collaborating across various departments to ensure data integrity and contribute to impact measurement.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $88,537 - $110,671 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in loan intake administration, data analysis, and compliance with lending guidelines, while effectively managing communication and organizational tasks across multiple assignments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Lending SupportUnderwriting SupportData AnalysisMicrosoft Office Suite ProficiencyCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Loan Intake AdministrationData EntryPerformance Indicator AnalysisCompliance MonitoringCredit Report Review

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational AbilitiesIndependent WorkEffective Communication

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceAdobe

Industry Keywords

Lending GuidelinesUnderwritingPortfolio MonitoringRisk RatingDue Diligence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Administer weekly loan Intake agendas and materials.
Support the loan intake pipeline by gathering and distributing feedback on early-stage underwriting concerns, impact assessment, and compliance with LISC lending guidelines.
Ensure high-quality data in LISC’s loan systems, including data entry and maintenance.
Support data analysis on loan commitments and key performance indicators for monthly, semi-annual, annual, and ad hoc reporting to senior management.
Analyze key performance indicators related to loan intake, approval, and closing to identify efficiency improvements.
Oversee the solicitation, bid review, and engagement of third-party due diligence providers including ordering of appraisals in conjunction with Lending and local office staff.
Support the asset management team in planning and scheduling portfolio monitoring and loan watch meetings, including creating meeting agendas and reviewing and circulating loan reports, circulating follow-up notes and ensuring compliance with all follow-up items, including risk rating changes.
Provide back-up support on the ordering and review of borrower credit, tax, and background reports.
Provide back-up support to the Credit Officer with regards to coordination of new loan and amendment review, sign-off, and approval, including management of Credit Committee meetings and minutes.
Create marketing and communication materials to share with internal and external audiences with a focus on the impact of lending activity.
Provide technical assistance to local program staff on loan policies, procedures, and system usage.
Assist in facilitation of LISC’s Lending for Impact workgroup.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or relevant experience.
Minimum 5 years of professional work-related experience in lending and underwriting support.
Strong quantitative skills.
Strong written and oral communication skills and excellent attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe and Salesforce.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively across the LISC network of local and national programs and affiliates.
Good organizational abilities, including ability to work independently and to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage: Comprehensive health plans for you and your family's well-being;
Disability Insurance: Long-term and short-term coverage for peace of mind;
Retirement Savings: Secure your future with our 401(k) and 403(b) plans;
Generous Holidays: Enjoy ample time off to recharge and celebrate;
Vacation, PTO, and Sick Days: Take advantage of flexible time-off policies to maintain work-life balance;
Tuition Assistance: Pursue your educational goals with support from our tuition assistance program;
Referral Program: Earn rewards for referring qualified candidates to join our team;
Professional Development Opportunities: Grow and advance in your career with access to ongoing training and development programs tailored to your goals.