Junior Commercial Lending Assistant

SouthState Bank, N.A.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthState Bank, N.A. in Wilmington, NC, is seeking an entry-level Loan Assistant I to support Commercial loans through processing, data entry, and client contact throughout the loan life cycle.

You will gather borrower documents, manage files for closings and funding, and coordinate with lenders, attorneys, and title professionals. This role offers growth opportunities within a values-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Education: a high school diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor's degree or additional coursework in banking, finance or lending is an asset.
• Experience: a minimum of one (1) year of experience in commercial lending documentation is preferred.
• Experience: a minimum of one (1) year of Commercial Banking support or client service experience within a financial institution with clear and efficient communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tracking and management of the loan pipeline, loan maturities, uninsured reports, and past dues reports, ensuring timely processing and adherence to deadlines.
• Remain knowledgeable of State and Federal lending and documentation regulations as well as Bank policies and guidelines to ensure compliance.
• Collect and organize all necessary documentation from borrowers, such as income verification, credit reports, and identification.
• Input data into loan processing systems accurately and efficiently.
• Provide back-up support to other Loan Assistants to cover PTO requests and absences.
• Order title searches, UCC searches, appraisals and flood certifications as needed.
• Coordinate closings with lenders, attorneys, insurance agents and clients.
• Initiate disbursement of closing funds and issue loan proceeds via checks and wires.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Prioritization

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in banking/finance or related coursework (asset)

Tools

Loan processing system

Job description

SouthState Bank, N.A. in Wilmington, NC, is seeking an entry-level Loan Assistant I to support Commercial loans through processing, data entry, and client contact throughout the loan life cycle.

You will gather borrower documents, manage files for closings and funding, and coordinate with lenders, attorneys, and title professionals. This role offers growth opportunities within a values-driven culture.