Vice President, Commercial Banking

The Company is in search of a Vice President for its commercial banking division. The successful candidate will be tasked with developing new loan and deposit business, underwriting, structuring, and closing commercial loans, and maintaining and servicing an existing portfolio. This role requires active participation in the local community to represent the bank and market its products and services. The VP will be responsible for sourcing and underwriting new financing requests, maximizing bank profitability, and achieving established goals for loan and deposit growth. Additionally, the role involves negotiating loan terms, using collection techniques to minimize risk, and ensuring the quality of the loan portfolio. Applicants for the Vice President, Commercial Banking position at the company should have a Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field, with at least 7 years of banking experience. The role demands a professional with a proven track record in commercial real estate lending, formal credit training, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will have a high attention to detail, in-depth knowledge of lending policies and procedures, and the ability to work effectively with senior management. Success in this role is defined by a growing client base, meeting production goals, and the ability to manage complex client relationships. The company values a strong relationship banking culture and is looking for a candidate who can contribute to its entrepreneurial and dynamic work environment.