Strategic Business Banking Advisor

First Community Corporation; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

First Community Corporation is seeking a results-driven Business Development Specialist to expand cash management services and consumer and commercial loan relationships. You will serve as the primary ambassador, matching bank products to client needs and driving account growth across existing and new customers.

The role requires strong communication, analytical skills, and the ability to build trust with clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5+ years of related experience.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to present to groups and build relationships with clients.
• Strong analytical, math, and problem-solving abilities.
• Detail-oriented, well organized, and proficient with PC tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development calls with existing customers and prospect new relationships to grow cash management services and loan portfolios.
• Act as the bank ambassador, matching products to customer needs and driving goal achievement.
• Respond to inquiries about loan and deposit products, rates, and procedures.
• Prepare and present sales proposals, RFPs, and product trainings for clients and prospects.
• Interview loan applicants, gather information, and conduct credit analysis for approvals within authority.
• Negotiate loan structures, terms, and fees with applicants and ensure documentation compliance.
• Identify customer needs and opportunities for new or modified services; communicate requirements to product teams.
• Support CRA reporting and engage in community activities as appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Organization

Self-motivated

Numerical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree or 5 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PC proficiency

Job description

First Community Corporation is seeking a results-driven Business Development Specialist to expand cash management services and consumer and commercial loan relationships. You will serve as the primary ambassador, matching bank products to client needs and driving account growth across existing and new customers.

The role requires strong communication, analytical skills, and the ability to build trust with clients.