Job Summary:

The Commercial Lending Manager will oversee employees in the Commercial Lending division, ensuring productivity and compliance with applicable policies and standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manages, supports, and develops Commercial Lending division and its employees.
• Interviews, hires, and trains new employees for the division.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Reviews commercial loans procedures on a routine basis; recommends any necessary updates or revisions.
• Oversees commercial lending process, ensuring that loan packages are properly filed with appropriate signatures, disclosures, credit authority, and supporting documentation.
• Reviews loan packages that include long-term credit provisions to ensure that adequate safeguards are included.
• Prepares and authorizes necessary lending documentation including settlement sheets, vouchers, and general ledger entries.
• Prepares weekly and monthly commercial lending reports to submit to management.
• Approves expenses associated with processing loans such as appraisals, property searches, recordings, and title insurance costs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent management and supervisory skills.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial banking and ability to analyze financial information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree required in Finance, Banking, or related field; Masters degree preferred.
• Five years of experience in commercial banking.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.