Commercial Banking Manager

ThinkingAhead; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ThinkingAhead seeks a proven leader to oversee a team of Commercial Bankers and drive loan and deposit growth across the region. You will lead regional sales strategy, manage pipeline, and mentor bankers to strengthen credit and client relationships.

You will coordinate with internal partners to deliver comprehensive financial solutions, monitor credit quality, and ensure regulatory compliance while building a high-performing, accountable team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in commercial/business banking.
• Strong background in credit, loan structuring, treasury services, and relationship management.
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated success in business development and market growth.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CRM and loan systems experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Ability to travel within the region and overnight as needed.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to compliance, operational excellence, and client service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute regional sales strategy to achieve commercial growth goals
• Drive disciplined sales activity, including pipeline management and cross-sell initiatives
• Coach and develop Commercial Bankers to strengthen sales performance, credit skills, and relationship management
• Lead business development efforts and maintain a strong presence in the local market
• Partner with internal teams to deliver comprehensive financial solutions
• Oversee credit quality and portfolio performance, ensuring alignment with risk standards
• Approve credit requests within authority and manage complex or challenged relationships
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Recruit, develop, and retain top commercial banking talent
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and performance

Job description

We are seeking a proven leader to oversee a team of Commercial Bankers and drive loan and deposit growth across the region. This role is responsible for sales leadership, credit oversight, talent development, and delivering a high level of client service within a defined market.

Duties:

• Lead and execute regional sales strategy to achieve commercial growth goals
• Drive disciplined sales activity, including pipeline management and cross-sell initiatives
• Coach and develop Commercial Bankers to strengthen sales performance, credit skills, and relationship management
• Lead business development efforts and maintain a strong presence in the local market
• Partner with internal teams to deliver comprehensive financial solutions
• Oversee credit quality and portfolio performance, ensuring alignment with risk standards
• Approve credit requests within authority and manage complex or challenged relationships
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies
• Recruit, develop, and retain top commercial banking talent
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and performance

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in commercial/business banking
• Strong background in credit, loan structuring, treasury services, and relationship management
• Proven leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams
• Demonstrated success in business development and market growth
• Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills
• Strategic mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CRM and loan systems experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to travel within the region and overnight as needed
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Commitment to compliance, operational excellence, and client service

Note: This is a high-impact leadership role for a commercial banking professional who excels at building teams, driving growth, and managing risk in a dynamic market.

Compensation: $200,000 per year