Operations Commercial Loan Specialist

NBT; City of Norwich (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

Retirement Plans with 401(k) matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

NBT is seeking a Commercial Loan Operations Specialist to independently perform complex operational tasks within Operations. You will apply extensive knowledge of commercial loan structures, documentation, policies, and regulations to ensure accurate boarding, data maintenance, and reconciliations.

The role supports both monetary and non-monetary transactions with emphasis on accuracy and timely reporting. Responsibilities include testing release enhancements to loan systems, guiding staff,

Qualifications

• Associates degree and 3 years’ experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Prior experience in assigned operational area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process a variety of complex Business Banking and commercial transactions, including complex loan structures with multiple collateral pledging and balancing GLs.
• Provide guidance to teammates on complex functions, resolve complex exceptions, and interact with vendors and project teams.
• Develop and update procedures with supervisor approval, ensuring compliance and internal controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Procedures following

Interrogating data

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Accounting knowledge

Computer skills

Education

Associates degree

3 years experience

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Loan accounting system

Origination systems

Job description

Pay Range: $25.48 - $33.98

NBT Commercial Loan Operations Specialists independently performs complex commercial operational tasks within Operations functional areas. Utilize technical expertise in the designated area and resolve escalated issues, supporting customer service. Apply experienced knowledge of commercial loan structure and documentation, policy, procedures, regulations, and law to area of focus and ensuring adherence to loan approval and commercial loan documentation. Interpret and complete requests for data input, maintenance, verification, and data collection. This role supports both monetary and non-monetary transactions, which require reconciliation.

Utilize advanced knowledge and provide implementation support for projects including testing of release enhancements to loan accounting system and origination systems. Utilizing a strong understanding of the loan accounting system and impact, provide guidance to staff and collaborate with peers, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals. Independently discerns solutions for business situations. Creates and updates procedures, with supervisor’s approval, while ensuring compliance and following regulations. Activities directly impact customer accounts, bank reporting, and real time information. May prepare reports and furnish information to authorized persons within and including internal loan review audits.

Foster and maintain inclusive, collaborative and courteous relationships with internal customers, colleagues and peers; inspire others and develop mutually-beneficial internal & external networks.

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree and 3 years’ experience required, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Prior experience in assigned operational area preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Developed analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to follow procedures and interrogate data required
• Strong organizational skills required
• Good communication skills (written and oral) required
• Accounting and computer skills preferred.

Unique Job Characteristics and Requirements:

• Ability to deliver high-quality work in a friendly and fast paced environment
• Ability and willingness to learn new skills

Tasks Performed:

• 50% - Process a variety of complex Business Banking and commercial transactions and/or tasks as assigned, which may include but are not limited to: accurate boarding of complex loan structures with, multiple collateral pledging and balancing GLs. Providing guidance to teammates on complex functions, resolving complex exception items, interacting with vendors and project teams. Complete higher-level tasks on the team requiring analysis and independent judgement and decision making.
• 15% - Provide support to internal and/or external customers as well as department teammates, cross train on and provide coverage for other team duties as required.
• 15% - Maintain proficient knowledge and demonstrate ongoing compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to this position. Ensure ongoing adherence to pertinent policies, procedures, and internal controls. Ongoing Focus on risk and fraud mitigation.
• 10% - Upholds service level standards under normal conditions.
• 5% - Develop and update procedures in conjunction with the supervisor and assist with employee training and onboarding.
• 5% - Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Communicate effectively with internal and/or external customers
• Stationary 75% of time or greater
• Move Objects to Maximum 10 lbs

Why Work at NBT

At NBT we empower people to grow, innovate, and thrive through meaningful work, a supportive culture and opportunities to make a real impact in your community – because your success drives our success.

Wellbeing

At NBT, we value and support your wellbeing by offering generous time-off policies, wellness initiatives and flexible work arrangements, so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

Community Involvement

NBT believes community involvement fosters our success and the success of those around us. Through volunteer service and charitable partnerships, we empower our employees to make a positive impact beyond the workplace.

Culture

NBT believes in creating a workplace where every voice matters and every team member feels empowered to contribute. With supportive leadership, we foster an environment where employees are connected, inspired, and valued.

Career Development

Whether you’re just starting your career or serve in a senior leadership role, your growth and development are our priority. NBT provides a wide variety of development programs and tools for you to reach your full potential.

Total Rewards

NBT recognizes and rewards your contributions with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and performance-based incentives – ensuring you feel valued every step of the way.

Business Stability

NBT has built a reputation as a stable financial institution by growing our people and our business, evolving our processes and managing risk. We’ve weathered the market’s ups and downs for over 165 years, all while charting a well-defined growth plan.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Generous Paid Time Off : At least 22 days annually, prorated in the year of hire.
• Parental Leave : Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage : Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants.
• Dental and Vision Coverage : Ensuring your overall health and well-being.
• Flexible Spending Accounts : For healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Employer-Paid Disability Coverage : Both short-term and long-term, with an option to purchase additional long-term coverage.
• Life Insurance : Employer-paid basic life insurance, with an option to purchase supplemental coverage.
• Voluntary Benefits : Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Retirement Plans: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with employer matching, an optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan to help secure your future.
• Adoption Assistance : Supporting your growing family.
• Tuition Reimbursement : Invest in your education and career growth.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to support and resources.
• Pet Insurance : For all your furry friends.
• Financial and Banking Services : Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.

Benefits for Part-Time Employees Working 20+ Hours/Week:

• Medical Coverage : Includes employer contributions to HSA for High Deductible Health Plan participants.
• Dental and Vision Coverage : Ensuring your overall health and well-being.
• Voluntary Benefits : Including hospital, accident, and critical illness coverage.
• Generous Parental Leave : Six weeks of paid leave at 100% of your salary.

Benefits for All Part-Time Employees:

• Retirement Plans: Benefit from a 401(k) plan with employer matching, an optional Roth 401(k), and a pension plan for employees who work at least 1,000 hours in a calendar year, all designed to help secure your future
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave : For your health and safety.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to support and resources.
• Financial and Banking Services : Various banking services benefits and financial planning assistance.

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