VP Commercial Loan Officer

Location:

Twin Cities- Hybrid/Remote

Compensation:

$125-160K PLUS BONUS

Company Description

Founded over 50 years ago, my client is a leader as a Credit Union in West Wisconsin and the Twin Cities. Current asset size is over $5 Billion and GROWING!

· 30 plus branches in MN and WI

· More than 300,000 members and almost 900 employees

· Strong financial numbers year after year

· More than $7mm given back in Community grants each year

Here’s why you should be interested:

· Great opportunity to work at one of the Top MN/WI Credit Unions

· Opportunity to significantly contribute to the Commercial Loan department through growing the Twin Cities market

· This Credit Union has been named by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Credit Unions”

· Excellent benefits including 100% match on the 401k

· Ability to be hybrid/remote

Position Summary

SUMMARY:

Do you thrive on building relationships, driving business growth, and structuring complex lending solutions? Become a VP Commercial Loan Officer at our client! In this role, you’ll develop a dynamic commercial portfolio-focused on CRE, cultivate strong partnerships, and deliver tailored financial solutions that help businesses succeed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for developing and managing a complex portfolio of diverse, quality, and profitable commercial and commercial real estate loans and deposits, and treasury/cash management services. This position is primarily responsible for loan production including business development, networking, and relationship management. Develop and maintain strong relationships with COI’s, existing member networks, community leaders, and other partners. Analyze and evaluate loan applications and make appropriate recommendations regarding product offerings, loan structuring, pricing, and approval. Participate in overall credit/risk management, portfolio management, and servicing of assigned portfolio. Ensures compliance with lending policies and procedures. Actively collaborate with other referral sources to help meet customers’ specific commercial lending, commercial real estate lending, and deposit and treasury/cash management needs.

Education & Experience

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or related field or equivalent business lending work experience

· Specific Banking and Commercial Lenders education. i.e. Graduate School of Banking, Robert Morris Commercial Lending Courses, CUNA.

· 5-10+ years of Commercial and Commercial Real Estate Lending experience

· Expertise in Commercial Lending & Credit Analysis: Strong ability to evaluate financial statements, business plans, and credit risk, including loan structuring, underwriting, and portfolio management.

· Business Development & Relationship Management: Proven ability to generate leads, build networks, and maintain strong relationships with Members, community partners, and centers of influence.

· Analytical & Decision-Making Skills: Advanced critical thinking skills to interpret data, assess risk vs. reward, and make informed, timely decisions in complex situations.

· Communication & Presentation Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to clearly articulate financial solutions, present to committees, and influence stakeholders.

· Technology & Organizational Proficiency: Skilled in using digital banking tools and Microsoft Office applications, with strong time management and the ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.