Senior Commercial Banking Relationship Manager

NBT Bancorp Inc.; Vails Gate Junction (NY); On-site; USD 130,650 - 174,169; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k) with employer match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

NBT Bank is recruiting for a Senior Commercial Lending professional in the New York area. You will develop profitable relationships with high net-worth clients, evaluate complex loan applications, and manage a portfolio with focus on credit quality and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong leadership, deep credit analysis, and experience with banking software, while collaborating with colleagues to train junior staff and ensure adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree or related experience
• 7-10 years of Commercial Lending experience
• Strong accounting and credit analysis background
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to attain/exceed established business goals
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Ability to use various computer programs and bank accounting system
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of economics, general business/commercial finance and accounting
• Legal knowledge of lending practices

Responsibilities

• Develops a profitable relationship portfolio through New Business Development activities with relationships normally involving large customers with complex borrowing, depository and Trust needs.
• Maintains and services a loan portfolio including the timely gathering of financial data and keeping contact with customer, properly documenting borrower status through file write-ups.
• Evaluates loan applications by analyzing borrower capacity, financial data, industry trends, collateral position, management ability and then uses personal judgment to determine credit worthiness.
• Assists less experienced loan officers by providing training, advice, and guidance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job description

Pay Range: $130,650.00 - $174,169.00 Responsible for New Business Development activities, dealing with large, high net worth customers and complex transactions. Evaluates loan applications and assesses credit worthiness of applicant. Maintains a loan portfolio that includes gathering relevant financial data and maintaining customer relationships. Complies with bank policies, and Federal/State regulations dealing with Commercial Lending. Assists less experienced loan officers with training, consultation, and guidance.

Education and Experience: 4 year degree or related experience 7-10 years of Commercial Lending experience

Skills and Abilities

• Strong accounting and credit analysis background
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to attain/exceed established business goals
• Strong management and leadership skills
• Ability to use various computer programs and bank accounting system
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of economics, general business/commercial finance and accounting
• Legal knowledge of lending practices

Unique Job Characteristics and Requirements

• Needs to be a strong negotiator on behalf of the bank
• Travel less than 50%
• Driver's License required
• Reliable transportation required

Tasks Performed

• 40% Develops a profitable relationship portfolio through New Business Development activities with relationships normally involving large customers with complex borrowing, depository and Trust needs.
• 25% Maintains and services a loan portfolio including the timely gathering of financial data and keeping contact with customer, properly documenting borrower status through file write-ups.
• 20% Evaluates loan applications by analyzing borrower capacity, financial data, industry trends, collateral position, management ability and then uses personal judgment to determine credit worthiness.
• 10% Assists less experienced loan officers by providing training, advice, and guidance.
• 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.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

NBT Bank offers a stimulating work environment that recognizes talent and encourages teamwork. Our employees benefit from a total compensation package, including competitive salary, bonuses and a wide range of benefits for eligible employees.

EEO is the law EEO is the Law Poster Supplement Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) NBT Bank is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports a diversified environment.

We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or veteran status, recently separated veterans, genetic information, victims of domestic violence and stalking or any other class protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy applies to all terms of employment.

NBT Bank is inclusive and supportive of individual needs. If you have a physical or other impairment that might require an accommodation, including technical assistance with the Careers website or submission process.