Senior Vice President, Commercial Banking Team Lead Greater Chandler, AZ Area + 1 more

The Company is seeking a senior commercial banking leader to guide a team, execute business strategy, and drive market growth while maintaining disciplined credit practices. Responsibilities include coaching and developing commercial banking officers, overseeing hiring and performance management, and ensuring effective pipeline governance and forecasting. The role also involves growing loan, deposit, and fee income; managing a significant portfolio of complex client relationships; and building referral networks. The successful candidate will oversee credit structuring and risk governance, address portfolio concerns, support reviews and examinations, and serve as a senior escalation point for clients. Candidates should bring 12–15 or more years of progressive commercial banking experience, including at least five years in team leadership, and a record of managing a multi-million-dollar commercial portfolio. Required strengths include driving loan growth, deposit generation, and fee income, along with expertise in commercial credit structuring and underwriting. The role also calls for strong financial acumen, strategic judgment, relationship-building and negotiation skills, and a risk-aware leadership approach.

Hiring Company

WESTERN STATE BANK