Commercial Lending Specialist

Job Description

Lending Specialist II – Commercial Real Estate – Tampa, FL (On‑Site);
Full‑Time | 6 month temp‑to‑perm;
Pay rate: $25-29/hr

We’re hiring a detail‑oriented Lending Specialist II to support a high‑volume commercial real estate portfolio. You’ll manage the full lifecycle of CRE loans — from approval through closing and into servicing — working closely with Relationship Managers, attorneys, operations, and clients to ensure smooth, compliant, and timely deal execution.

• Serve as primary point of contact from approval through closing and into life‑of‑loan servicing
• Manage 5–7 active CRE loans at a time (goal of 10 closings per month)
• Coordinate due diligence: collateral, title, insurance, flood, entity documentation, and regulatory requirements
• Review and manage attorney‑prepared loan documents for accuracy and completeness
• Partner with closing and servicing teams to ensure proper booking, funding, accrual reconciliation, and cash positioning
• Escalate issues proactively and help drive solutions to keep deals on track
• Communicate directly with lenders, borrowers, attorneys, and internal stakeholders

• 3–5 years of experience as a Lending Assistant, Loan Processor, or similar role
• Strong knowledge of Commercial Real Estate (CRE) and/or C&I loan documentation
• Experience managing high‑volume pipelines in deadline‑driven environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, core banking systems, and nCino preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
• Confident enforcing policies and maintaining compliance standards

Monday–Friday, flexible start time, in‑office until at least 4:30 PM

Excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on exposure to complex commercial real estate transactions in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment. Apply today.

Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.