Senior Commercial Lender: Complex Deals & Growth

New Peoples Bank, Inc.; Norton (VA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

New Peoples Bank, Inc. in Virginia seeks a senior commercial lender to develop and grow a portfolio of large, complex relationships within our Central Market locations. The role emphasizes sound underwriting, strong sales and service, and active community engagement.

You will manage loan applications, assess creditworthiness, and work closely with customers and internal teams to structure and fund deals while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field or 10+ years of commercial lending experience.
• Understanding of lending policies, credit analysis, and risk management.
• Ability to maintain relationships and communicate with staff and public.

Responsibilities

• Develops and retains commercial business with current or prospective clients.
• Reviews loan applications, analyzes financial information, and determines creditworthiness.
• Maintains a commercial loan portfolio and manages risk and documentation.
• Represents the bank in community activities and marketing efforts.
• Presents loan requests to committees as needed.

Skills

Credit analysis

Commercial lending

Customer relations

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

10+ years banking experience in commercial lending

Tools

Underwriting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

New Peoples Bank, Inc. in Virginia seeks a senior commercial lender to develop and grow a portfolio of large, complex relationships within our Central Market locations. The role emphasizes sound underwriting, strong sales and service, and active community engagement.

You will manage loan applications, assess creditworthiness, and work closely with customers and internal teams to structure and fund deals while maintaining regulatory compliance.