Commercial & Industrial Lender

Republic Bank Of Chicago; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO

Health insurance

Retirement plan 401k

Parental Leave

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Republic Bank Of Chicago in Oak Brook, IL seeks a seasoned Commercial Lender to source and manage relationships, developing tailored financial solutions for client success. You will handle credit analysis and business development hands-on while ensuring compliance with lending policies.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in finance or business and 5+ years of commercial lending with formal credit training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related field.
• 5+ years of commercial lending experience with formal credit training.
• Proven skills in business development and portfolio management.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills in a flat team setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business relationships and client partnerships.
• Originate, structure, and close commercial loans.
• Represent Republic Bank in the community and build client reputation.
• Manage a portfolio with credit risk management and client support.
• Identify opportunities to expand relationships through treasury and other bank products.

Skills

Commercial lending

Relationship management

Business development

Credit analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, business, or related field

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Oak Brook HQ - Oak Brook, IL 60523

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $175,000.00 - $230,000.00 Salary/year

Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Lender

Why This Role is Unique

• Entrepreneurial Growth Environment: Be part of a bank with a strong growth appetite, where you have the flexibility and support to pursue impactful lending relationships.
• Partnership Beyond Lending: You’ll engage as a true partner, working hands-on with clients to solve problems and drive their long-term success.
• Collaborative, Flat Team Structure: With a flat reporting structure, you’ll have direct access to decision-makers, enabling you to make a real impact on the businesses you work with and within the bank.

About the Role

In this role, you’ll source and manage commercial banking relationships, developing tailored financial solutions that support client success. You’ll be hands-on with every step of account management, from credit analysis to business development, while ensuring adherence to Republic Bank’s lending policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new business relationships, fostering a true partnership with each client
• Originate, structure, and close commercial loans
• Actively represent Republic Bank in the community, building a reputation for excellence and relationship-building
• Manage a portfolio of clients, focusing on credit risk management and ongoing client support
• Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through treasury management and other bank products, adding value for clients wherever possible

About You

We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for empowering businesses and is excited to join a collaborative team. You should have a strong background in commercial lending and relationship management, combined with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field
• 5+ years of commercial lending experience, with formal credit training preferred
• Proven skills in business development and portfolio management
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a flat team environment

What We Offer

As part of our commitment to your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, we proudly provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• A competitive salary range estimated at $175,000 to 190,000 per year for this position. (Final compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications)
• Generous Paid time Off (PTO) to help you rest, recharge, and take care of what matters most
• Health, dental, and vision insurance with tax-advantaged FSA and HSA account options
• Retirement benefits including 401k plan with discretionary matching contributions.
• Childcare assistance program to support working parents and their eligible dependents
• Parental Leave for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage for long-term income security
• Basic Life and AD&D insurance with elective additional coverage for you, your spouse, or children
• Mental health & wellness benefits including bank-paid Headspace meditation app subscription, Wellable subscription, and access to our Employee Assistance Program

Join Republic Bank and be part of a team where your work has a direct, positive impact on the growth and success of businesses. We’re looking forward to your contributions!