Loan Development Officer

Farmers Merchants Bank; Weeping Water (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Farmers & Merchants Bank in Nebraska is seeking a Loan Development Officer to grow loan volume and serve local customers in Weeping Water and surrounding communities.

You will review loan applications, work within authority, promote bank products, and build relationships with businesses. Strong communication and a track record in business development preferred; training provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field.
• Some credit analysis or lending experience preferred, training provided.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Proven work history of business development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Solicit and build new business with emphasis on loan growth.
• Review loan applications and document loans and credit files.
• Actively promote loans and other bank products to prospective, new, and existing customers.
• Monitor accounts and collect loans past due.
• Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by confidentiality.
• Work well with others and contribute to team efforts.
• Understand and adhere to all bank policies, laws and regulations as applicable.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Complete all other duties or special projects as assigned.

Skills

Business development

Microsoft Office

Credit analysis

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Farmers & Merchants Bank is a family owned, chartered institution with office locations in 12 communities in Nebraska, and about 100 employees. We have everything the bigger banks have - the newest technology, a suite of diverse products and services, and knowledgeable bankers - but with a hometown feel that\'s open, friendly, and welcoming.

The following is an outline of duties for a Loan Development Officer.

Essential Functions

• Solicit and build new business with special emphasis on loan growth.
• Take and review loan applications, make loans within authority, obtain proper recommendations for loans over their authority, and document loans and credit files.
• Actively promote loans and other bank products to prospective, new, and existing customers.
• Monitor accounts and collect loans past due.
• Maintain customer confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
• Work well with others and contribute to team efforts.
• Understand and adhere to all bank policies, laws and regulations as applicable.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Complete all other duties or special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\’s Degree required, preferably in business, finance or an applicable field
• Some credit analysis or lending experience preferred, but not required. We will provide training.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel required
• A proven work history of business development strongly preferred

Other Valued Attributes

• Self-motivated, capable of working with limited supervision, pro-actively reporting on status and tasks
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• High degree of professionalism and accuracy
• Relationship focused, with a customer service orientation

Farmers and Merchants Bank offers competitive salaries and benefits, including affordable health insurance premiums, ample paid time off, a desirable daytime schedule, and a comfortable and friendly work environment.

Farmers and Merchants Bank is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. We give consideration to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.