Senior Commercial Loan Coordinator, OSF - *Partial Remote

First Financial Bank; Keystone (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

First Financial Bank in Indiana seeks a Sr. Loan Coordinator to act as a liaison between Underwriting and Sales, managing day-to-day loan processing and ensuring data accuracy before UW submission.

The role assembles materials, obtains missing data, coordinates closings, and supports the team on large loans (> $1M) while mentoring junior staff and maintaining client relationships. Strong organization and Excel skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years Lending or Insurance industry experience.
• Able to work independently and aggressively to accomplish objectives and meet deadlines.
• Able to communicate and work efficiently internally and with borrowers.
• Excel proficiency is required.
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review loan files for accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate with Loan Coordinator to gather documents and information.
• Train and mentor Loan Coordinator to be self-sufficient in processing.
• Collaborate with Senior Loan Advisor, Senior UW, and Legal Counsel on processing requirements for large loans (>$1M).
• Support Underwriting by cross-training for the UW position.
• Facilitate commission-related processes with borrowers and carriers.
• Coordinate closingProcess with Underwriter, LO, and customer; prepare loan documents post-approval.
• Provide backup for Sales & Underwriting team with file reviews as needed.
• Contribute to initiatives to improve department performance.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Independent work

Effective communication

Deadline driven

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Overview

We do the right things, right now. We do them in a way that is relevant to our clients. Become a part of our history as it continues to be written!

Position serves as a liaison between the Underwriting and Sales departments. Loan coordinators provide the administrative support to the loan process. The Sr. Loan Coordinator is responsible for managing the day to day responsibilities of the processing department. They are also responsible for checking all of the collected information for accuracy and completeness for all loan coordinators prior to submission to UW. The Sr. Loan Coordinator assembles and coordinates the forwarding of materials from the client to the underwriting department for analysis. In addition, if any information from the applicant is missing, the coordinator is responsible for obtaining the data. Communicating all document changes and additions is the responsibility of the coordinator. Will work closely with Sales, customers and Underwriting. The Sr. Loan Coordinator will play a critical role with large loans working closely with the Senior Loan Advisor and Senior UW to develop process & guidelines for large loans.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Responsible for reviewing Loan Coordinators loan files for accuracy & completeness.
• Work with Loan Coordinator to review all loan file documents, orders necessary supporting documentation, and requests additional information as needed from borrowers.
• Train & mentor Loan Coordinator to be self-sufficient in the processing role.
• Work with Senior Loan Advisor, Senior UW, & Legal Counsel to develop process flow and processing requirements for loans in excess of $1M+.
• Provide support to the Underwriting team by cross training the UW position.
• Work with borrowers and carriers to facilitate the commission redirect and commission assignment process.
• Coordinate the closing process with Underwriter, LO, & customer along with generation of loan documents for borrowers once loan has been approved.
• Provide backup for the Sales & Underwriting team with file reviews as needed.
• Other initiatives deemed necessary to assist the Sales & Underwriting Department in meeting goals and directives to improve company performance.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years Lending or Insurance industry experience.
• Able to work independently and aggressively to accomplish objectives and meet deadlines.
• Able to communicate and work efficiently internally and with borrowers.
• Excel proficiency is required.
• Excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Level of Complexity and Scope.
• Degree of Independence and Decision-Making Required.
• Supervisory Responsibilities.

Compliance Statement

The associate is responsible for meeting all compliance requirements imposed on First Financial Bank by State and Federal law and regulation, as well as all related First Financial Bank policies and procedures. This includes all Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering, OFAC and Suspicious Activity reporting requirements, as well as all other lending and deposit compliance requirements.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $25.00/hour - $32.21/hour

Benefits

We have relevant, thoughtful benefits and programs that support every aspect of our associates' holistic wellbeing. Please review our Benefits Guide.

Incentive Eligibility

All roles are incentive eligible with the exception of Co-Op, Intern, or Student positions.

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is our policy to not discriminate against any individual in violation of federal, state, and local laws as it relates to age, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran/military service, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Mission Statement

At first financial bank, our mission is clear: to be the best bank to do business with, the best place to work, and the best financial partner for our shareholders and the communities we serve.

Core Values

Doing the right thing Teamwork Mutual respect Wellbeing Excellence

About the Team

If you're looking to be part of a team that values integrity, inclusion, and collaboration—and where your growth matters—you’ll find your future here.