Commercial Lender, SVP

Babich & Associates; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Babich & Associates in Houston, TX, is seeking an experienced Senior Vice President, Commercial Lender to build and manage a high-quality commercial loan portfolio, with a focus on CRE lending. You will work closely with executives, originate loans, and drive profitable growth in a fast-paced banking environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in commercial lending, strong credit judgment, and a proven ability to develop client relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial lending experience.
• Strong credit judgment and analytical ability.
• Proven relationship-building and business development.
• Experience with CRE lending preferred.
• Knowledge of investor CRE and SBA lending is a plus.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial approach to business development.
• Ability to manage a fast-paced, high-accountability environment.
• Strong customer service and portfolio management.
• Proficiency with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop, originate, and manage a commercial loan portfolio throughout the Houston market.
• Focus on originating high-quality commercial and primarily CRE loans.
• Evaluate and structure new lending opportunities and present loans for approval.
• Manage and monitor an existing portfolio while maintaining strong credit quality.
• Build and deepen relationships with existing clients, prospects, and referral sources.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to support loan growth.
• Partner with executive management on strategic planning and growth initiatives.
• Apply sound credit judgment and disciplined loan management practices.
• Deliver a high level of service while representing the bank professionally in the market.
• Contribute to the bank’s profitability, reputation, and continued growth.

Skills

Commercial lending

Credit analysis

Relationship management

Business development

Communication skills

Negotiation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Babich & Associates | Houston, Texas | On-Site

Lead Commercial Growth. Build Relationships. Make an Impact.

A Houston-based banking client is seeking an experienced Senior Vice President, Commercial Lender to develop and manage a high-quality commercial loan portfolio, with a primary focus on commercial real estate (CRE) lending.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven lender who combines strong credit judgment with business development skills and wants to play a meaningful role in the bank’s continued growth. The successful candidate will work closely with executive management, develop new relationships, manage an established portfolio, and help drive profitable loan growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, originate, and manage a commercial loan portfolio throughout the Houston market
• Focus on originating high-quality commercial and primarily CRE loans
• Evaluate and structure new lending opportunities and present loans for approval
• Manage and monitor an existing portfolio while maintaining strong credit quality
• Build and deepen relationships with existing clients, prospects, and referral sources
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to support loan growth
• Partner with executive management on strategic planning and growth initiatives
• Apply sound credit judgment and disciplined loan management practices
• Deliver a high level of service while representing the bank professionally in the market
• Contribute to the bank’s overall profitability, reputation, and continued growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of commercial lending experience
• Strong understanding of commercial lending products, credit analysis, and loan structuring
• Experience with CRE lending strongly preferred
• Knowledge of investor CRE and SBA lending is a plus
• Proven ability to develop and manage commercial banking relationships
• Strong credit, analytical, communication, and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial approach to business development
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment
• Strong customer service and relationship-management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook