Director of Operations- Tennessee
Security Finance
Knoxville, TN
Manufacturing / Production, Business Management / Project / Planning
Description
Overview:
Security Finance is seeking an experienced and strategicDirector of Operationsto lead our Tennessee market—an established territory with over 65branch locationsand a team of 6District Managers. The ideal candidate bringsa proven track record in the traditional small-dollar installment loan industry.
We are a recognized leader in personal installment lending. We operate in over 700 community-based branches across the U.S., offering small loans and exceptional customer service to help people when they need it most.
As Director of Operations you’ll play a vital role ingrowing market share, coaching district managers, and driving operational performance—all while ensuring strict compliance with state and federal regulations.
Why Join Us:
Key Responsibilities:
If you’re ready to take your leadership experience in the small loan industry to the next level, apply now and join a company that values stability, career growth, and community impact.
Overview:
Security Finance is seeking an experienced and strategicDirector of Operationsto lead our Tennessee market—an established territory with over 65branch locationsand a team of 6District Managers. The ideal candidate bringsa proven track record in the traditional small-dollar installment loan industry.
We are a recognized leader in personal installment lending. We operate in over 700 community-based branches across the U.S., offering small loans and exceptional customer service to help people when they need it most.
As Director of Operations you’ll play a vital role ingrowing market share, coaching district managers, and driving operational performance—all while ensuring strict compliance with state and federal regulations.
Why Join Us:
- Established Industry Leader– We’ve helped millions of customers for over 70 years.
- Comprehensive Benefits– Including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, employee assistance programs, and more.
- Career Mobility– Leadership development programs and a clear path to executive-level roles.
- Supportive Culture– Work alongside peers and senior leaders who value your insight and experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead operational performance for 65+ branchesthrough direct supervision of 6District Managers
- Set and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) related togrowth, profitability, and compliance
- Identify market trends and develop data-driven strategies to maximize territory performance
- Regularly visit branch locations (minimum twice per year per branch) to assess operations, customer experience, and team effectiveness
- Recruit, train, and mentor District Managers and future leadership candidates
- Ensure compliance with state and federal lending laws and internal policies
- Serve as a liaison with local and state trade associations and regulatory agencies
- Evaluate and execute branch expansion, relocation, or consolidation strategies
- 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in the traditional personal installment loan industry (Note: Rent-to-own, lease-to-own, or payday lending experience will not be considered)
- Demonstrated success in multi-unit supervision and building high-performing teams
- Strong knowledge of lending operations, underwriting, and collections practices
- Familiarity with state and federal lending regulations and general employment law
- High degree of professionalism and executive presence
- Willingness to travel extensively throughout the state
- Tennessee residency or relocation required (Relocation assistance available)
If you’re ready to take your leadership experience in the small loan industry to the next level, apply now and join a company that values stability, career growth, and community impact.
About the company
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For more than 65 years, Security Finance has proudly provided easy and safe installment loans to our community members. Thanks to our conveniently located branches, you are able to receive personal service from people you know you can trust. At Security Finance, it’s about being good stewards of our community, helping neighbors in times of need and treating customers with the respect they deserve. Security Finance is licensed to offer traditional personal installment loans, which vary in amount and terms based on the state you are in.