Remote Business Lending Credit Officer

southstatebank; United States; Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

SouthState Bank seeks a Business Lending Credit Officer to own the operation of their assigned role, including credit approvals and risk assessments. You will review loan documentation, guide policy adherence, and support staff to meet service levels, with a focus on compliant, well-documented decisions.

The role requires a BS or higher in business-related fields and at least five years of Commercial banking experience, plus strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• Five or more years of banking experience in Commercial credit analysis, commercial loan review or commercial lending.
• Good interpersonal skills; Good computer skills, including Word and Excel; Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Primary responsibility for Business Lending Credit approvals.
• Assess credit risk and determine whether loan requests within authority should be approved or declined.
• Make recommendations on credit requests that exceed authority.
• Direct examination of loan documentation before granting loan or loan commitment.
• Assist team members when volume requires it to meet service level agreements.
• Advise credit and line personnel on lending policy and trends.
• Handle special projects as assigned.
• Ensure compliance and enforcement of bank policies; safeguard confidential information.
• Accept other duties as assigned.

Skills

Solutions Oriented

Detail Oriented

General Banking Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

SouthState Bank seeks a Business Lending Credit Officer to own the operation of their assigned role, including credit approvals and risk assessments. You will review loan documentation, guide policy adherence, and support staff to meet service levels, with a focus on compliant, well-documented decisions.

The role requires a BS or higher in business-related fields and at least five years of Commercial banking experience, plus strong communication and computer skills.