Career Opportunities
Rives, Leavell & Co. offers unique career opportunities for individuals
who are not only highly qualified, but exhibit the desire for service
excellence both to internal and external customers. In return, RLC rewards
those individuals with careers that not only motivate them, but also
brings those individuals a measure of satisfaction that is difficult
to find in a career.
Current Openings
Senior Loan Officer
Overview
Statistics point to a continuing increase in church attendance in America. Across denominational lines, in congregations of various sizes, in major metropolitan centers, mid-size cities, and tiny rural towns, folks are gathering in growing numbers for fellowship and worship.
This welcomed growth brings with it increased need for space – family worship centers, larger church buildings, schools – room for programs, activities, and people.
For most churches, this means a need for some sort of financing – from property acquisition, to bridge loans, bond programs and long-term mortgage money. The specialized nature of church and other non-profit activities carries over into their financial needs. They need to look to a specialized provider, an organization with years of proven expertise in providing customized financing to meet their unique needs.
Rives, Leavell & Co. (RLC) is just such a firm. RLC specializes in a variety of mortgage lending services on behalf of churches and non-profit institutions. RLC has been active on the local, regional, and national scenes since its inception in 1963, with an impressive record of quality and service to its respected clientele.
Partnering with RLC is American Funding, LLC (AFI), a mortgage management company that specializes in making and servicing first mortgage loans in support of Rives, Leavell & Co.
Senior Loan Officer Position Profile
Acting on behalf of RLC/AFI, from the company’s headquarters in Jackson Mississippi, the Senior Loan Officer builds and maintains a market for the company’s financial services.
The Senior Loan Officer initiates contact with potential clients, seeking to establish and expand relationships. Utilizing the lead generation and tracking capabilities of the RLC/AFI Operations staff, the Senior Loan Officer provides start-to-finish service to churches and non-profit institutional clients, beginning with a detailed needs analysis, continuing through meeting with pastors, finance committees and other key decision- makers, and culminating in the presentation of a customized financing package, with applicable options offered by the firm and affiliated companies.
Working effectively with such a targeted group of clients at times requires unique skills and gifts on the part of the Senior Loan Officer. A working knowledge of church financial decision-making, and a willingness to assist clients with the nuances of document preparation and presentation are often integral to the success of a project.
The Senior Loan Officer reports to the President, and receives the full support of the RLC/AFI Operations staff. Additionally, the Senior Loan Officer will be provided with a comprehensive training program, under the direction of the company President, as well as periodic in-house update training at the home offices of RLC/AFI.
Experience Desired
Well qualified individuals may be in a banking, mortgage, finance, or similar sales environment. They should be knowledgeable of current lending practices and regulations, and have a sincere desire to grow professionally within the church and non-profit markets.
Several years of related background are required, as well as a demonstrated track record of some significance.
In keeping with the broad range of services provided by the company, candidates will either hold, or have a desire and ability to obtain a NASD Series 62, 63, and/or 7 license.
The educational and learning capabilities of qualified individuals will be evidenced by, at minimum, a BS/BA degree, or its equivalent.
A working proficiency with standard business-related software is mandatory.
Initial Job Priorities
- Pass all necessary regulatory licensing exams.
- Complete initial company training.
- Establish a significant presence for the company in the designated market.
- Contact existing and potential clients, to begin initial assessments.
- Develop relationships with contractors and building suppliers supporting the church and non-profit market.
- Become thoroughly familiar with the various regional markets and determine a penetration strategy.
Personal Characteristics
Individuals who would find a high degree of compatibility with RLC/AFI would likely be reflective of the following:
- A mature Christian faith with godly character, tempered by a realistic self-image.
- An articulated enthusiasm for, and commitment to, the vision, objectives, and direction of RLC/AFI.
- A collaborative contributor who understands and appreciates the role of all other key company representatives.
- The ability to meet each new challenge with a creative response and to express this response in a useful, effective form.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, with a social sensitivity to read situations accurately and respond effectively.
- Possession of the talent of persuasiveness, and the integrity and sound judgment to know when to use it.
- A credible, professional appearance and cultivated communication skills, both oral and written.
- A family supportive of a transition to this position, with the implied demands of time, energy, and travel.
Rives, Leavell & Co. provides a base compensation package along with an attractive incentive compensation plan for each full-time member of the Loan Origination staff. Additionally, group health insurance, paid vacation and a flexible benefits plan (FLEX), and 401k participation are provided.
Please provide a personal resume along with business references to the company at rlcinfo@rivesleavell.com.
Retail Account Executive
Overview
The continuing growth in church construction nationwide is creating opportunities for more and more individuals to gather for worship in beautiful new facilities, and for church leaders to plan for growth in all ministry areas; from missions outreach to support for working single parents, to adult education programs…and beyond.
Good stewardship of God-given resources is paramount in a church’s decision to incur debt, whether for new construction or expansion. A financing package that includes opportunities for the church “family” to personally participate in the growing vision of the ministry is often an ideal vehicle for personal investment.
For almost 50 years Rives, Leavell & Co. has been a premier provider of financing services to churches and non-profit organizations throughout the United States. The company is also a provider of financial services and products to individual and institutional investors.
A significant focus of Rives, Leavell & Co.'s business plan is to provide investors with the opportunity to invest funds with their own church and/or other churches and/or other faith-based organizations.
Retail Account Executive Position Profile
Working under the supervision of the Vice President of Operations at the company’s Jackson, Mississippi headquarters, the Retail Account Executive markets Church debt securities to individuals interested in these potential investments. Additionally, the Retail Account Executive will work with individual church members, assisting them with investments in securities offered by their home church.
With the support of RLC’s Operations staff, the Retail Account Executive will provide investment vehicles tailored to the investors’ individual needs, based on the full range of RLC’s church bond inventory, varying in interest rates, compounding and maturities.
Dealing effectively with such a targeted group of clients often requires unique skills and gifts on the part of the Retail Account Executive. A general knowledge of church lending and borrowing practices, combined with a heart for genuine service and a desire to see churches grow and prosper is essential for success in the position.
Experience Desired
Well qualified individuals may be in securities or similar brokerage sales environment. They should be knowledgeable of current investment practices and regulations, and have a sincere desire to grow professionally within the church and nonprofit markets.
Several years of related background are required, as well as a demonstrated track record of some significance, particularly in effectively managing a portfolio of investors.
In keeping with the broad range of services and products offered by RLC, candidates will either hold, or have a desire and willingness to obtain an NASD Series 62, 63, and/or 7 license.
A BS/BA degree or its equivalent is required.
A solid working proficiency with standard business-related software is mandatory.
Initial Job Priorities
- Pass all necessary regulatory licensing exams (Series 62 and Series 63).
- Complete in-house company training.
- Establish contact with existing and potential investors to introduce current and upcoming offerings.
- Expand RLC’s presence in the church debt securities industry.
- Acquire proficiency with sales techniques related to local placement programs.
- Work with senior management of RLC to create a Business Plan that will implement various methods of prospecting on a daily basis to market the products and services of the firm.
Personal Characteristics
Individuals who would find a high degree of compatibility with RLC would likely be reflective of the following:
- A mature Christian faith with godly character, tempered by a realistic self-image
- An articulated enthusiasm for, and commitment to, the vision, objectives, and direction of RLC
- A collaborative contributor who understands and appreciates the role of all other key company contributors
- The ability to meet each new challenge with a creative response and to express this response in a useful, effective form
- Outstanding interpersonal skills, with a social sensitivity to read situations accurately and respond effectively
- Possession of the talent of persuasiveness, and the integrity and sound judgment to know when and how to use it
- A credible, professional appearance and cultivated communication skills, both oral and written
- A family supportive of a transition to this position and locale, with the implied demands of time, energy, and travel
Rives, Leavell & Co. provides a base compensation package along with an attractive incentive compensation plan for each full-time member of the retail sales staff. Additionally, group health insurance, paid vacation and a flexible benefits plan (FLEX), and 401k participation are provided.
Please provide a personal resume along with business references to the company at rlcinfo@rivesleavell.com.
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