Chief of Staff in New York, New York at CFG Bank

CFG Bank, based in Baltimore, Maryland, is a leading financial institution serving the national healthcare and multifamily markets and the Mid-Atlantic region. As the 6th largest bank in Baltimore by deposits and the largest locally based, we've grown from $1 billion to over $6+ billion in assets by 2026. With over 30 years of expertise, we rank among the top five healthcare bridge-to-HUD lenders in the country. At CFG Bank, we redefine banking by blending big bank capabilities with personalized boutique service. Recognized as a “Best Place to Work” by the Baltimore Business Journal across multiple years, we’re intentional about creating an environment where people feel valued, supported, and excited about work each day. Our goal is simple: to make every team member feel that choosing CFG Bank was one of the best decisions of their career. Join us and experience what sets CFG Bank apart.

POSITION SUMMARY:
CFG Bank is seeking a highly organized and execution-focused Chief of Staff to support the launch and growth of a newly formed multifamily lending platform. Acting as a strategic partner to senior leadership, this role will drive key initiatives, build operational infrastructure, and ensure alignment across originations, credit, and external partners.
This is a hands-on role in a startup-like environment, requiring someone who can operate at both a strategic and task level by owning priorities, building processes, and driving execution across the business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Partner directly with Managing Directors to advance strategic initiatives and drive execution across the platform
• Lead development and management of contracts and agreements, including:
• Correspondent lending agreements with third-party lenders
• Origination and broker agreements
• Employment agreements and offer structures
• Oversee and track commission structures, splits, and payment schedules to ensure accuracy and alignment
• Support production monitoring and reporting, including pipeline tracking and performance against targets
• Build and implement core operational processes and workflows to support a growing lending platform
• Coordinate and manage office setup, vendor onboarding, and infrastructure needs
• Act as a central point of coordination across originations, credit, capital markets, HR, and legal
• Prepare materials, summaries, and updates for leadership to support decision-making
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
• 8-15+ years of experience across Chief of Staff, business operations, or corporate strategy roles within commercial real estate, financial services, lending platforms, investment banking, private equity, or structured finance
• Demonstrated experience building and scaling processes, infrastructure, or new business lines
• Strong background working with contracts, legal agreements, compensation structures, and financial frameworks
• Proven ability to operate as a strategic partner to senior leadership while driving day-to-day execution
• Experience managing cross-functional initiatives and aligning stakeholders across business lines

WORK ENVIRONMENT: We offer a hybrid schedule, with 4 days in-office and 1 day remote after the initial 90-day period.

COMPENSATION DISCLOSURE:
In compliance with New York State and New York City pay transparency laws, the good faith base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $160,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, skills, internal equity, and market considerations. This role may also be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and benefits.

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION
This position is classified as Exempt under applicable wage and hour laws.

BENEFITS AND ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION:
Additionally, this position includes a comprehensive benefits package and other forms of compensation, including:
• Employer-provided health benefits: medical insurance, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, life insurance, mental health support services, and wellness program
• Paid time off: vacation days, sick leave, volunteer days
• Retirement plan: 401(k) with employer match
• Other compensation elements: Discretionary annual bonus and overtime pay for non-exempt positions

EOE STATEMENT: CFG Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact TalentAcquisition@cfg.bank.

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