Training & Development, VP - Financial Services Operations

ATLAS SP Partners is a global investment firm providing stable funding, financing, advisory and institutional products to market participants seeking innovative and bespoke structured credit and asset-backed solutions. Our experienced team works closely with clients to determine optimal approaches for capital optimization and goal achievement, leveraging a holistic suite of integrated capabilities – including asset and portfolio advisory, warehouse and acquisition financing, whole loan purchase and sale, and securitization and distribution. ATLAS is proud to build upon a legacy of client excellence, distinguished by certainty of execution, deep expertise, and comprehensive service across the asset management landscape.

ATLAS operates as “one team” where every individual makes an impact. We grow together, win together, and embrace change as a unified organization. Our commitment extends beyond advancing markets, and we strive to make a meaningful difference in our communities and for our clients. Our people are industry leaders, driven by a passion for client service, complex problem solving, and innovation. We foster professional and personal growth in a collaborative, inclusive environment, and are proud to build upon a legacy of excellence anchored in deep expertise and client service across the asset management landscape.

The VP of Training and Development will design and lead a comprehensive training strategy across the full spectrum of financial services operations. This role is responsible for assessing organizational capability gaps, identifying skill trends, and building a scalable training curriculum that supports team development, new hire onboarding, systems adoption, regulatory requirements and continuous performance improvement. The VP will partner cross-functionally to ensure operational teams are equipped with the technical expertise, systems proficiency, and emerging tool capabilities—including AI-enabled solutions—required to support a modern, high-performing lending platform.

• 10+ years of experience in financial services operations, structured credit, asset-backed finance, or commercial lending
• Proven experience building and leading enterprise-wide training or capability development programs
• Strong knowledge of loan lifecycle processes, loan management systems, and operational risk frameworks
• Ability to translate technical systems, data, automation, and AI tools into practical training
• Experience supporting system implementations and operational transformation initiatives
• Strong executive communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Experience developing structured onboarding programs and competency frameworks preferred

• Proven experience in the financial services industry
• Knowledge of ProMerit, ACBS (CLS) or similar industry loan/lending management (LIQ, AFS) platforms are a plus
• Experience implementing Learning tool or digital training platforms
• Proficient in PowerPoint as well as other training design tools such as Canva, Adobe, or similar platforms