Commercial Relationship Manager

First Financial Bank; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentive eligibility

Job summary

First Financial Bank is seeking a Relationship Manager to oversee a client portfolio within the Illinois market. You will develop new relationships, cross-sell a range of banking products, and grow loans and deposits to meet personal and market goals.

The role requires credit assessment, loan narratives, and proactive client engagement. You will collaborate across teams to deliver tailored financial solutions while maintaining compliance and high service standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of relationship/account management in banking.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to cross-sell banking products.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and expand client relationships and cross-sell products.
• Grow a profitable book of business via loans and deposits.
• Assess credit eligibility and prepare loan narratives.
• Coordinate loan approvals and terms with clients and committees.
• Represent First Financial Bank in the community.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

The Relationship Manager ("RM") will manage client relationships to generate loans, deposits, and fees across a geographic area. The RM will assess credit eligibility, prepare loan narratives, and cross‑sell a variety of banking products.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and expand existing client relationships by initiating business development activities, proactively reviewing clients’ current and changing financial needs, and cross‑selling products and services.
• Grow and maintain a profitable book of business (loans and deposits) to achieve individual and market goals.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of clients’ needs based on the review and analysis of personal and financial data.
• Qualify prospects by collecting and analyzing financial and related data to determine the general credit worthiness of the prospect and the merits of the specific loan requests.
• Prepare and oversee the completion of the loan approval requirements, including careful underwriting of the loan so that the structure meets the needs of the borrower and the bank.
• Obtain appropriate approval for credit under consideration.
• Recommend and negotiate the terms under which the credit will be extended, including pricing, fees, costs, repayment methods, schedule, collateral requirements, etc.
• Manage the portfolio by monitoring credit quality, including past‑due credits, non‑performing and credit exceptions, covenant compliance, and credit exceptions of the active portfolio.
• Actively participate and represent First Financial Bank in community, civic and professional organizations.
• Refer loans to the loan committee for approval.
• Understand clients’ financial goals, provide credible advice, and recommend products that fit their holistic needs.
• Intimately understand clients’ business priorities and refer them to other lines of business as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three (3) years of proven relationship/account management experience selling banking products in the appropriate segmentation.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Well‑developed analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to generate new business through a consultative sales approach.
• Demonstrated sales and negotiating experience.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups in managing customer relationships.
• Well versed in product knowledge.

Compliance Statement

The associate is responsible for meeting all compliance requirements imposed on First Financial Bank by State and Federal law and regulation, as well as all related First Financial Bank policies and procedures. This includes all Bank Secrecy Act, Anti‑Money Laundering, OFAC and Suspicious Activity reporting requirements, and all other lending and deposit compliance requirements.

Pay & Benefits

Pay Range: $100,000/year to $126,000/year.

Benefits: We have relevant, thoughtful benefits and programs that support every aspect of our associates’ holistic wellbeing. Please review our Benefits Guide.

Incentive Eligibility: All roles are incentive eligible with the exception of Co‑Op, Intern, or Student positions.

EEO Statement

It is our policy to not discriminate against any individual in violation of federal, state, and local laws as it relates to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/military service, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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