VP Middle Market Commercial Lender

Our firm is currently conducting a search for our Large Corporate to Community Banks for a VP Level Commercial Lender.

Average range of deal sizes $5m to $15m to $20m
Average revenue size $20m up to $150m+

1. Analyze financial status of prospective customers as well as the feasibility of their loan requests on an ongoing basis.
2. Present loan proposals to appropriate personnel or Loan Committee.
3. Entertain corporate decision makers to further develop business.
4. Maintain portfolio quality by efficiently managing past dues, overdrafts, policy exceptions and documentation exceptions.
5. Assist peers in preparation of loan packages.
6. Attend group marketing meetings to discuss current loans and prospects.
7. Responsible for accurately closing the loan which can include in some cases the following:
   1. Reviewing the loan documents for exceptions.
   2. Securing the proper signatures on all documents.
   3. Approving funding of the loan.
8. Other duties as assigned.
9. Local Contacts and Portfolio preferred.

Required Skills
Prior commercial Lending Experience, formal credit training at a bank, computer literacy, ability to develop and present loan packages.

Required Experience
The Commercial Lender will be primarily responsible for generating and underwriting new commercial loans for Commercial Loans and existing and prospective customers. This position will close and service approved loans, in some cases the servicing of an existing portfolio. Assist in the marketing activities for the Bank through involvement in the community. Also, develop profitable deposit and loan relationships through a well-planned calling effort on existing customers and referral sources. The successful candidate will have an advanced knowledge and understanding of commercial lending practices with three to five years of experience. A specialized knowledge of specific markets in order to serve defined territories is required. A strong background in financial and credit analysis is necessary including excellent communication and PC skills in Word and Excel.

Not looking for any farmers or portfolio managers, seeking hunters/sales, pure business developers.

Job Location
Territory ranges from downtown to north side, main office is located in the South Loop area of Chicago, IL.

Location
Chicago, IL

Salary
Competitive Salaries and bonus program, as well as great benefits are offered.
Salary range depending on experience and loan production.