Loan Officer

Description We are looking for an experienced Loan Officer to join our team in Worcester, Massachusetts. In this role, you will originate, underwrite, and manage loans specifically tailored to support affordable housing projects. This is a long-term contract position that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by providing essential financing solutions to developers, nonprofits, and community organizations. Responsibilities: - Assess and evaluate loan applications for bridge financing, construction loans, and developer projects. - Conduct thorough financial analyses, risk evaluations, and collateral assessments to make informed lending decisions. - Build strong relationships with clients, including developers, nonprofit organizations, and contractors, to structure financial solutions. - Provide clients with expert guidance on loan products, compliance requirements, and financing options. - Monitor the progress of construction projects and oversee disbursement schedules to ensure alignment with loan agreements. - Identify potential risks in development projects and collaborate with the compliance team to mitigate them effectively. - Ensure all loan agreements adhere to regulatory standards and organizational policies. - Maintain accurate documentation of loan files and prepare detailed reports for internal and external stakeholders. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support high-value transactions and ensure project success. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Real Estate, or a related field. - Minimum of 3 years of experience in loan origination, underwriting, or administration, preferably in affordable housing or community development. - Expertise in construction financing, bridge loans, and developer project structures. - Strong familiarity with compliance standards and risk management practices. - Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to assess financial data and negotiate terms effectively. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building client relationships. - Knowledge of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs and mortgage loan origination processes. - Licensed Loan Officer certification is highly preferred. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app ( and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use ( .