Commercial Loan Documentation Specialist

Heitmeyer Consulting; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Heitmeyer Consulting is seeking a Commercial Loan Documentation Specialist to prepare, review, and validate loan documentation for commercial transactions. You will ensure complete, accurate packages compliant with bank policies and regulations, ready for closing and booking.

The role collaborates with lenders, credit personnel, operations, and customers throughout the loan process, supporting risk management and process improvements. Equal opportunity employer welcoming qualified applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in commercial lending, loan documentation, loan operations, or banking operations.
• Strong knowledge of commercial loan documentation and lending processes.
• Experience reviewing and validating loan files for accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to interpret loan approvals, terms and supporting documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer and loan information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review commercial loan documentation for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure all required documentation is received prior to closing and funding.
• Validate loan packages against approval conditions and documentation checklists.
• Verify supporting documentation and authenticate information when necessary.
• Perform secondary reviews of loan documentation packages when required.
• Conduct post-closing reviews of completed loan files.
• Identify, document, and clear documentation exceptions and deficiencies.
• Support quality control initiatives and departmental review processes.
• Maintain records related to timely loan booking and funding activities.
• Monitor documentation pipelines and closing requirements to ensure files stay on track.
• Prepare loan settlement documentation in accordance with bank policies and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure documentation meets internal compliance standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of customer and business information.
• Assist with fraud prevention and risk mitigation efforts.
• Complete required compliance and regulatory training on schedule.
• Manage multiple commercial loan files simultaneously.
• Prioritize workload to meet funding and closing deadlines.
• Coordinate with lending, underwriting, operations and other internal departments.
• Escalate issues and documentation concerns to management when appropriate.
• Participate in special projects and process improvement efforts as assigned.

Skills

Commercial lending

Loan documentation

Documentation review

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Banking, or related field

Tools

Loan origination systems

Loan documentation software

Job description

Position Summary

Heitmeyer is supporting a banking partner whois seeking a Commercial Loan Documentation Specialist. This position is responsible for preparing, reviewing and validating loan documentation for commercial loan transactions. This role ensures loan packages are complete, accurate, compliant with bank policies and regulations and ready for closing and booking. It is a critical risk management function and works closely with lenders, credit personnel, operation teams and customers throughout the loan process.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in commercial lending, loan documentation, loan operations, or banking operations
• Strong knowledge of commercial loan documentation and lending processes
• Experience reviewing and validating loan files for accuracy and completeness
• Ability to interpret loan approvals, loan terms, and supporting documentation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple files, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of customer and loan information

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Banking, or a related field
• Specialized commercial lending or credit training
• Experience with commercial real estate, C&I, SBA, or agricultural lending documentation
• Experience with loan origination systems and loan documentation software
• Knowledge of regulatory lending requirements and collateral documentation
• Experience in quality control or post-closing reviews
• Prior banking or financial institution experience supporting commercial lenders

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Loan Documentation

• Prepare and review commercial loan documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Ensure all required documentation is received prior to closing and funding
• Validate loan packages against approval conditions and documentation checklists
• Verify supporting documentation and independently authenticate information when necessary
• Perform secondary reviews of loan documentation packages when required

Post-Closing & Quality Control

• Conduct post-closing reviews of completed loan files
• Identify, document, and clear documentation exceptions and deficiencies
• Support quality control initiatives and departmental review processes
• Maintain records related to timely loan booking and funding activities
• Monitor documentation pipelines and closing requirements to ensure files remain on track

Risk Management & Compliance

• Prepare loan settlement documentation in accordance with bank policies and regulatory requirements
• Ensure documentation meets internal compliance standards
• Maintain confidentiality of customer and business information
• Assist with fraud prevention and risk mitigation efforts
• Complete required compliance and regulatory training on schedule

Operational Support

• Manage multiple commercial loan files simultaneously
• Prioritize workload to meet funding and closing deadlines
• Coordinate with lending, underwriting, operations, and other internal departments
• Escalate issues and documentation concerns to management when appropriate
• Participate in special projects and process improvement efforts as assigned

Training & Team Support

• Assist with training and knowledge sharing across the department
• Support new team members with documentation and process guidance
• Maintain expertise on lending procedures, documentation standards, and policy updates

Heitmeyer Consulting is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to minority status, gender, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.