Commercial Relationship Manager

MRISpokane; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 190,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

MRISpokane is seeking a Senior Commercial Relationship Manager (C&I) to originate, develop, and manage middle-market commercial banking relationships in the Phoenix area. This role partners with credit and treasury management teams to expand the C&I lending portfolio in a high-growth Southwest market.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in commercial lending, strong credit analysis, and the ability to source and close new business while leveraging an established market network.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial banking experience.
• Strong credit analysis and portfolio management skills.
• Existing market relationships preferred.
• Ability to independently source and close new business.
• Treasury management and deposit gathering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop new C&I banking relationships.
• Manage an existing commercial loan portfolio.
• Generate loans, deposits, and treasury management opportunities.
• Structure and negotiate commercial credit facilities.
• Partner with credit teams to obtain approvals and close transactions.
• Maintain strong client relationships and referral networks.
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling bank products and services.
• Represent the institution within the local business community.

Skills

Relationship building

Business development

Credit analysis

Portfolio management

Job description

Senior Commercial Relationship Manager (C&I) - Pheonix, AZ

Overview

A growing regional financial institution is seeking an experienced Commercial Relationship Manager to expand its Commercial & Industrial lending portfolio in a high-growth Southwest market.

This role is ideal for a proven commercial banker who enjoys relationship building, business development, and portfolio management while working in an entrepreneurial environment with strong credit support.

Position Summary

The Commercial Relationship Manager will originate, develop, and manage middle-market commercial banking relationships while partnering closely with credit and treasury management teams.

The successful candidate will have an established network within the market and a demonstrated ability to generate new loan and deposit business.

Responsibilities

• Develop new C&I banking relationships.
• Manage an existing commercial loan portfolio.
• Generate loans, deposits, and treasury management opportunities.
• Structure and negotiate commercial credit facilities.
• Partner with credit teams to obtain approvals and close transactions.
• Maintain strong client relationships and referral networks.
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling bank products and services.
• Represent the institution within the local business community.

Target Client Profile

• Middle-market businesses
• Privately owned companies
• Manufacturing, distribution, service, and general commercial industries
• Working capital facilities
• Owner-occupied commercial lending opportunities
• Traditional C&I borrowers

Credit Environment

• Deal sizes typically range from approximately $3MM to $30MM+
• Strong internal credit support
• Efficient credit approval process
• Ability to pursue both growth and relationship-focused opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial banking experience.
• Demonstrated production history in commercial lending.
• Existing market relationships preferred.
• Strong credit analysis and portfolio management skills.
• Ability to independently source and close new business.
• Treasury management and deposit gathering experience preferred.

Compensation

• Base salary: approximately $190,000 – $225,000+
• Target bonus: approximately 30%
• High-performing bankers may earn significantly above target through incentive plans.
• Additional flexibility available for proven producers.

Ideal Candidate

A motivated commercial banker looking for greater opportunity, expanded market visibility, and a path toward future leadership responsibilities within a growing organization.