The position is for a Commercial Real Estate Officer role located in the greater Highland Park, IL area. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a small lending portfolio while expanding their own loan portfolio through business development. Core responsibilities include developing and managing relationships with commercial banking clients, achieving sales goals in deposits, loans, and new business revenues, and participating in community events to increase visibility and drive new business opportunities.
Further duties encompass managing overall relationship profitability, portfolio risk, and ensuring the profitable growth of the portfolio. The role requires working closely with the Commercial Credit Department to create credit presentations and utilizing a broad group of business and commercial referral sources. Candidates will present customer financial information to relevant committees and cross-sell all relevant bank products and services to commercial customers. Adherence to confidentiality policy and loan compliance laws and regulations is also required.
Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, with a college degree being preferred. A minimum of three years of experience in retail bank operations is required, with small business lending experience considered a plus. The role demands high sales ability, strong relationship skills, and proficiency with business loan and deposit products. Superior customer service and proven sales skills are essential, along with strong communication skills and proficiency in Excel and the Microsoft Office suite. This opportunity is ideal for individuals eager to influence their own development and pursue their passions.