City President & Senior Commercial Banker - Chattanooga, TN

WesBanco Bank Inc.; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a City President & Senior Commercial Banker to lead commercial lending efforts in a vibrant market. This role involves managing client relationships, developing new business opportunities, and collaborating with various banking partners to drive growth. You will play a crucial role in enhancing the bank's presence in the community while ensuring compliance with banking regulations. If you are a seasoned banking professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for customer service, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in commercial bank lending with advanced banking knowledge.
• 3+ years in a leadership role managing commercial lending.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial lending activities and manage client relationships.
• Develop community relationships to facilitate sales referrals.

Skills

Commercial Bank Lending

Leadership

Customer Service

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Master's degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Commercial Banking Software

Job description

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City President & Senior Commercial Banker

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Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

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Location

This position is 100% in office. The employee will work full time in an office in a designated WesBanco location. Consideration for location will be Knoxville LPO.

Market

Chattanooga

Work Hours per Week

37.5

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required in Business or related field required; Master's degree preferred.

Minimum 10 years of broad experience in commercial bank lending with advanced knowledge of banking products, services and general bank operating policies and procedures (retail, private banking, etc.) required.

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in a leadership role managing commercial portion of a market required.

Prior P&L responsibilities preferred.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

The City President & Senior Commercial Banker will provide the overall commercial leadership for a portion of the overall market. You will be responsible for the ongoing management of borrowing and depository relationships with existing commercial clients and for the development of new client relationships for the Bank with a primary focus on commercial and industrial lending. You will develop community and business relationships to facilitate sales referrals to our sales partners (trust, insurance, treasury management, retail, mortgage partners) and maintain knowledge of local business conditions. You will also support the Bank's CRA lending initiatives. The secondary role of the City President will be to coordinate commercial lending activities within the market in conjunction with the Market President. We operate as one team in each market to deliver a one bank experience.

CUSTOMER SERVICE SKILLS:

Willingness to provide a level of service which will clearly differentiate us from our competitors.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Professional demeanor in appearance, interpersonal relations, work ethic and attitude.

Possess clear, concise, effective written and oral communication skills to effectively express thoughts, ideas and concepts to management, bank employees and bank customers in a collaborative and solutions oriented manner.

Collaborative work style and leadership presence with the ability to forge strong partnerships.

Strong relationship management skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develops and implements the market's commercial lending guidelines, objectives, and goals under the in partnership with Commercial Banking Executive under the guidance of the Market President.

Communicates line of business strategies, and any changes to those strategies.

Evaluates the loan portfolio and analyzes any developing trends.

Analyzes unusually difficult and complex loans and determines the most effective method for maximizing financial recovery.

Coordinates with operational and administrative areas to facilitate the origination of new accounts.

Reviews new and existing account relationships for opportunities to meet additional needs with other products or services. Shares findings with appropriate staff members for follow up.

Assists in the execution of all line of business strategies within a portion of the region.

Reinforces line of business messaging and support processes/tactics as directed by the line of business head.

Supports execution of line of business strategies in a manner that optimizes the local market opportunity.

Participates in market business plan meetings.

Assists in talent attraction and retention.

Facilitates the development of (and actively work) the talent pipeline for the Commercial line of business within the market.

Strategizes with market head of business line how to best attract that talent.

Leverages their position in the market to open doors and recruit talent in coordination with line of business heads.

Maintains the bank's risk, credit, and compliance culture as new employees are hired and WesBanco footprint is expanded.

The person in this position is responsible for supervising, or delegating the supervision, of members of the region's Commercial Banking staff.

Makes authoritative recommendations regarding selection of new employees, salary increases, promotions, transfers, disciplinary actions and terminations. Maintains documentation on recommendations and actions taken.

Trains, coaches, counsels, and provides general direction and guidance to direct reports.

Other duties as assigned.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Banking is a highly regulated industry and you will be expected to acquire and maintain a proficiency in the Bank's policies and procedures, and adhere to all laws, rules and regulations that are applicable to your conduct and the work you will be performing. You will also be expected to complete all assigned compliance training in a timely manner.

Knowledge of general banking principles and compliance regulations as they pertain to consumer lending products.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including profit & loss management expertise.

Strong organizational and decision-making skills.

Ability to utilize Microsoft Office software.

Ability to learn commercial banking software.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-time

Area of Interest

Lending

All Locations

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States