Job Description
Job Description
Commercial Lending Officer
Location : Blue Ash, OH (On-Site)
Pay : $110,000-140,000 (compensation can vary depending on experience) + Benefits, Community Involvement, PTO, 401k match (10% dollar for dollar), Roth contribution
General Overview
The Commercial Lending Officer is responsible for developing new commercial business and expanding existing commercial customer relationships. The role involves originating and servicing a variety of commercial and commercial real estate loans, maintaining compliance with lending policies and regulatory requirements, and managing a high-quality loan portfolio to minimize losses.
Responsibilities
- Contact viable leads and existing clients to identify and pursue new lending opportunities
- Understand and effectively articulate the credit union’s products, services, and value propositions
- Network and build strong centers of influence (COIs) to generate opportunities aligned with growth strategy
- Build, maintain and manage relationships within an assigned book of business; aim for deposit growth objectives while ensuring excellent member service
- Maintain professional, prompt communications throughout the loan process with COIs, applicants, vendors, colleagues
- Manage the portfolio : renewals, modifications, etc.
- Evaluate, analyze, and interpret financial data to assess creditworthiness and risks
- Counsel members during the loan process, negotiate terms, and structure loans appropriately
- Stay current on market trends to propose competitive financing solutions
- Ensure all loans comply with internal lending policies and external regulatory requirements Represent the credit union in community and external activities to promote services and enhance public image
- Collaborate internally to ensure efficient loan processing
- Perform other supporting duties as needed
Requirements
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in commercial lending and portfolio managementAbility to read and understand tax returns, financial statements, credit reports, and business documentsWorking knowledge of commercial transaction types : real estate, equipment financing, ownership changes, etc.Understanding of applicable regulatory requirements for commercial lendingAbility to work independently, self-starter mentality, and results drivenStrong communication and relationship-building skillsHigh school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred