Senior Commercial Banking Associate - Loan Docs & Closing

Western State Bank; West Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Western is seeking an experienced Commercial Banking Associate III to support our Commercial lending teams. You will help prepare and review loan documents, coordinate closing requirements, and ensure loans move smoothly from approval through funding and ongoing servicing.

This role suits someone with a strong commercial lending background who enjoys details, accuracy, and delivering responsive support to customers and internal partners. Join a collaborative, service‑focused team at Western.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Commercial loan processing experience, including experience with complex loans.
• Associate degree or two-year college equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Commercial and Agricultural loan documentation and processing.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, customer service, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with LaserPro strongly aligned with the responsibilities of this role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Commercial loan documents in LaserPro based on approved terms and conditions.
• Coordinate pre- and post-closing activities, including flood certificates, lien searches, title work, insurance, funding, invoice payments, and document imaging.
• Maintain documentation ticklers and prepare follow-up requests to keep loan files complete and current.
• Work with participation banks on new participated loans and ongoing file documentation.
• Support the team with accurate, timely information throughout the loan process.
• Assist leadership with updates to team policies and procedures.
• Help train new and existing team members on processes and best practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows and strengthen the customer experience.
• Take on additional responsibilities as business needs evolve.

Skills

Detail oriented

Communication

Customer service

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate degree or two-year college

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

LaserPro

Job description

Western is seeking an experienced Commercial Banking Associate III to support our Commercial lending teams. You will help prepare and review loan documents, coordinate closing requirements, and ensure loans move smoothly from approval through funding and ongoing servicing.

This role suits someone with a strong commercial lending background who enjoys details, accuracy, and delivering responsive support to customers and internal partners. Join a collaborative, service‑focused team at Western.