VP Commercial Lender

RockBridge Search & Recruitment; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

RockBridge Search & Recruitment in The Woodlands, TX seeks a Vice President, Commercial Lender to manage and grow a diverse commercial loan portfolio. You will develop new business, foster client relationships, and structure creative financing solutions to fuel long-term success.

The role requires 7+ years in commercial lending, strong credit analysis, and knowledge of real estate lending. Expect leadership, collaboration with credit and operations, and a community-focused banking culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or related field.
• 7+ years of commercial lending and relationship management experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial credit analysis, underwriting, loan structuring, and financial statement analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow a profitable commercial loan portfolio through business development and relationship management.
• Build partnerships with business owners, developers, investors, and referral sources.
• Analyze financial statements, tax returns, cash flow, collateral, and credit risk to structure lending solutions.
• Present loan opportunities and recommendations to leadership and loan committees.
• Cross-sell treasury management and other banking solutions.
• Maintain portfolio quality through proactive monitoring and client communication.

Skills

Commercial lending

Relationship management

Credit analysis

Loan structuring

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or related field

Job description

The Woodlands, TX

$150,000 to $170,000 + Performance Bonus + Exceptional Benefits

Lead with Purpose. Build with Integrity. Leave a Lasting Legacy.

In The Woodlands, business is built on more than numbers. It is built on trust, relationships, and a reputation earned over time. We are seeking a Vice President, Commercial Lender who understands that every loan represents an opportunity to help businesses grow, communities thrive, and clients achieve their vision.

This is more than a lending position. It is a chance to become a trusted financial advisor to business owners, entrepreneurs, and community leaders while partnering with a highly respected banking team that values character as much as performance.

If you are driven by meaningful relationships, strategic thinking, and delivering exceptional financial solutions, you'll find a career here that is both rewarding and impactful.

What You’ll Do

As VP Commercial Lender, you will serve as a key ambassador for the bank throughout the community while managing and expanding a diverse commercial lending portfolio. You'll identify new business opportunities, cultivate lasting client partnerships, and structure creative financing solutions that fuel long-term success.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and grow a profitable commercial loan portfolio through business development and relationship management.
• Build trusted partnerships with business owners, developers, investors, and professional referral sources.
• Analyze financial statements, tax returns, cash flow, collateral, and credit risk to structure sound lending solutions.
• Present loan opportunities and recommendations to executive leadership and loan committees.
• Cross-sell treasury management, deposits, merchant services, and additional banking solutions.
• Maintain exceptional portfolio quality through proactive monitoring and ongoing client communication.
• Negotiate loan structures while balancing risk management with outstanding client service.
• Represent the bank at networking events, industry organizations, and community activities.
• Stay informed on market trends, economic conditions, and competitive opportunities.
• Collaborate with credit, underwriting, treasury, and operations teams to ensure an exceptional client experience.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, or related field preferred.
• 7+ years of commercial lending and relationship management experience.
• Demonstrated success developing commercial banking portfolios and generating new business.
• Strong knowledge of commercial credit analysis, underwriting, loan structuring, and financial statement analysis.
• Experience with C&I, owner-occupied real estate, investment real estate, and commercial lending products.
• Proven ability to develop centers of influence and referral networks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of banking regulations and sound credit practices.
• Ability to make thoughtful decisions while balancing client needs and organizational objectives.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity

You’ll join a collaborative organization that believes exceptional banking begins with exceptional people. Leadership encourages entrepreneurial thinking, values long-term relationships, and empowers lenders to make a meaningful impact both inside the bank and throughout the community.

Here, your expertise will be recognized, your accomplishments celebrated, and your career supported with opportunities for continued professional growth and leadership development.

What You’ll Receive

• Salary: $150,000 to $170,000
• Performance-based incentive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off and holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Collaborative executive leadership team
• Stable, respected banking organization with a relationship-first culture

We’re ready to combine financial expertise with relationship-driven leadership to help businesses across The Woodlands and build lasting value while advancing your career with an organization that values integrity as the foundation of every successful partnership.