New Jersey, United States; RemoteRemoteEst. $129K – $144K
Posted May 22, 2026
**Position Reports to:**Senior Director, Loan Origination
**Department:**Financing
**Location:**This is a US-based remote role, with a requirement to be located in New Jersey. Salary Range:$129,400 - $143,800
What You Will Do
Essential responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:
Relationship Management
Develop and nurture new and existing client relationships ensuring a smooth transition through the financing process
Engage with clients in ways that demonstrates empathy and garners understanding of their experiences and needs, including those who have faced barriers to equitable access of capital
Develop financing solutions that reflect client needs while working closely with all Loan Origination, Underwriting, Program, Closing, and Portfolio Management staff to ensure excellent customer service
Cultivate and maintain relationships with lending partners (banks, CDFIs, foundations, institutional investors and other capital providers and intermediaries) as well as stakeholders such as consultants, government agencies, nonprofit networks and advocacy organizations
Work across the organization to identify business development opportunities and help coordinate lending activity so that it intersects with NFF’s overall priorities and key relationships
Loan Originations
Build a continuous pipeline of new lending opportunities consistent with NFF’s loan products, programs, deployment goals, mission, and strategy
Assess new loan requests, discuss product options with clients, and propose viable loan structures for internal approval
Gather basic due diligence, conduct initial assessment and analysis of client prospects, and draft initial loan overview memos in advance of the issuance of term sheets. - Proactively monitor industry and regional trends, policies, funding, and other external drivers that may inform strategies for pipeline development
Program Management
Originate loans from NFF’s BEACoN NJ program, a $20MM 10-year statewide revolving loan fund to support community ownership of assets for nonprofits
Maintain an active pipeline and relationships with nonprofits, developers, consultants, and other stakeholders in connection with ongoing BEACoN NJ lending
Provide client and project-related information to support periodic investor reporting
Represent NFF and the BEACoN NJ program in public events, conferences, media, partner and funder meetings, and other external-facing opportunities as needed
Leverage other NFF lending programs, including the NJ Social Impact Investing Fund (a flexible off-balance sheet statewide loan fund), Faith in our Communities (a credit-enhanced faith-based lending program), and other programs that NFF may develop over time
Strategy and Market Development
Support the development and implementation of a tactical plan that will consistently generate a viable pipeline of high credit quality clients and transactions including, but not limited to, on-balance sheet lending, NMTC transactions, off-balance sheet opportunities, and special programs
Identify, build, and nurture relationships with client segments in line with NFF's mission and strategy
Connect with communities and identify ways to address inequitable access to capital
Identify and develop community partnerships to support product and process design
Support, where there is opportunity, the integration of capital delivery and technical assistance, to ensure the capacity building needs of borrowers are met with a client-centered relational approach
Who You Are and Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience in financial services and/or lending
Seven (7) years of progressive professional experience in the financial services industry as a loan officer or similar lending roles
Demonstrated experience in credit analysis, loan structuring, and business development, with sector expertise in at least one of the following: affordable housing, education, healthcare, human services, or other community facilities
Market knowledge and existing relationships with nonprofits and related stakeholders in New Jersey
Proven ability to handle sensitive, confidential information with high degree of integrity and discretion
Established effectiveness in clear, proactive verbal and written communication, coupled with strong interpersonal skills
Proficiency with online collaboration tools, Salesforce or similar CRM software, and Microsoft Office Suite
The Strongest Candidates Will Have
Commitment to NFF’s values, mission, and approach to community impact
Strong understanding of CDFIs and their role in nonprofit financing
Familiarity with real estate and financing structures
Experience with nonprofit accounting, financial statements, and business models
Experience with common community development finance programs, including New Markets Tax Credits and Low Income Housing Tax Credits
Strong organization and project management skills
Experience leading cross-functional efforts in a matrixed organization
Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote environment and build strong relationships with colleagues and partners across geographies and time zones
Willingness to collaborate with a dynamic and mission-driven team
Learning orientation and commitment to continuous learning and improvement
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing, and at times ambiguous context
Benefits and Compensation
NFF offers a generous benefits package that currently includes up to twenty (20) paid holidays/business closure days, three (3) floating holidays, flexible time off, group medical insurance with a funded health reimbursement account, dental and vision plans, life insurance and disability plans, a retirement plan with both a non-elective employer contribution (4%) and additional match contribution (up to 2%), a “work from home” fund, and flexible spending accounts to cover health, dependent care, and commuter costs. This is an exempt, full-time role with a compensation range of $129,400 - $143,800. A compensation offer is based on a candidate’s background and years of relevant experience, with consideration for internal equity. Because of our strong commitment to equity and growth, we do not negotiate compensation offers. NFF is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or military or veteran status in accordance with federal law. In addition, NFF complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. NFF also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. NFF does not employ individuals based outside of the United States. Click here to view NFF’s Fair and Equitable Practices.