Senior Business Banking Relationship Manager - Greater Chicago/Central IL Market

Bank of America Corporation; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking a seasoned Commercial Banking professional to manage a portfolio of mid- to large-market clients, providing financial solutions and strategic relationship management.

You will collaborate with Investment Banking, Treasury Management, and Product Specialists to drive cross-sell opportunities and maximize client satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience in commercial lending, business development, commercial credit and portfolio management in business banking or middle market sector.
• Experience managing an extensive portfolio of clients with annual revenues of $20–$50 million.
• Proven track record of sales, prospecting new business and enhancing existing relationships.
• Ability to understand and interpret financial statements and cash flow analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manages an extensive portfolio of complex clients with revenues of $5–$50 million and helps them save, borrow, and invest.
• Acquires, deepens, and maintains profitable client relationships through sales and prospecting.
• Interprets financial statements and cash flow to assess financial conditions and industry trends.
• Collaborates with local market stakeholders and Product Specialists to design and deliver financial solutions.
• Leads and facilitates dialogue with complex clients on industry, capital structures, and business issues.
• Coaches and mentors peers while adapting to changes in sales practices.
• Maintains flexibility to shifts in market conditions and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Business Development

Client Management

Financial Analysis

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance/economics or related field

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Job Description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Job Description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.

We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role‑specific responsibilities and business needs.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

This job is responsible for providing advice and valuable financial solutions to complex Business Banking clients and prospects. Key responsibilities include serving as the primary point of contact/trusted advisor and acquiring, deepening, and maintaining profitable relationships, collaborating with teammates and facilitating client relationships with Product Specialists. Job expectations include having knowledge of the bank's products and services in order to identify cross‑selling opportunities and increase overall client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Manages an extensive portfolio of complex clients and prospects with annual revenues of $5-50 million and helps companies save, borrow, and invest for their current and future needs
• Acquires, deepens, and maintains profitable client relationships through sales, prospecting and enhancing existing relationships
• Understands and interprets financial and cash flow statements to assess and analyze financial conditions of companies and industry trends
• Collaborates with local market stakeholders and teammates throughout the bank, including Investment Banking, Foreign Exchange, and Wealth Management and facilitates client relationships with Product Specialists in Credit, Treasury Management, and Merchant Services in order to design and deliver financial solutions to clients and prospects
• Leads and facilitates dialogue with a variety of complex clients and prospects regarding topics such as the client and prospect industry, alternative capital structures, and general business issues
• Coaches and mentors peers, while utilizing leadership skills
• Adapts to changes in sales practices and broader market and industry conditions as needed

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in commercial lending, business development, commercial credit and portfolio management in business banking or middle market sector
• Experience managing an extensive portfolio of clients with annual revenues of $20-$50 million
• Proven track record of sales, prospecting new business and enhancing existing relationships
• Ability to understand and interpret financial statements and cash flow analysis to assess and analyze financial conditions of companies and industry trends

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics or related field or equivalent relevant work experience

Skills

• Business Development
• Client Experience Branding
• Client Management
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Relationship Building
• Account Management
• Financial Analysis
• Leadership Development
• Loan Structuring
• Referral Identification
• Credit Documentation Requirements
• Pipeline Management
• Referral Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Risk Management

Minimum Education Requirement

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40