Business Banking Officer

Jefferson Bank•San Antonio, TX

just now•Hybrid

About The Position

Business Banking Officers (BBOs) are responsible for creating, retaining and expanding banking relationships with micro to small-sized commercial companies, professionals, and associations (revenues up to $2,500,000 and loan relationship size not to exceed $500,000) by identifying financial needs while offering tailored banking solutions to help grow their businesses/organizations. This role requires a self-starter with a strong knowledge of business banking products, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to building and maintaining client relationships through dynamic networking skills with various types of centers of influence inside and outside the organization.

Requirements

3 or more years managing business relationships with strong knowledge of business banking products, complicated business structures, business and consumer loan production, treasury management and merchant services
Proven track record in managing client relationships and driving business growth.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess financial statements and creditworthiness.
Familiarity with banking regulations and compliance requirements.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a customer-focused mindset.
Ability to provide excellent relationship management and business development/sales skills
Must be able to communicate effectively face to face with customers in a consultative manner.
Ability to connect and network with business owners and leaders.
Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups in managing customer relationships
Proven organizational skills with ability to multi-task and follow assigned tasks through completion
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Must be accustomed to a fast-paced office environment
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint); Adobe experience preferred.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Driving is an essential function of the position. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Nice To Haves

Adobe experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Manages the growth of the BBO’s deposit, loan and banking base by attracting, retaining, and expanding micro to small-sized commercial relationships using a consultative process.
Manage the loan process, from origination through approval and closing.
Monitor loan portfolio to ensure compliance with loan agreements and address any credit risk concerns, exceptions and past dues.
Provide a high level of customer service by being responsive to client inquiries, resolving issues quickly, working closely with internal teams to resolve any service or operational issues that may arise and ensuring a timely, positive banking experience.
Conduct regular reviews of client portfolios to ensure financial needs are met and identify opportunities for growth.
Self-motivated to drive performance through strong individual sales skills and proactively seeking new business clients through networking, referrals and prospecting.
Work with bank partners to include Commercial Lenders, Private Banking, Banking Centers, Wealth Management, Mortgage Lending, Insurance, Trust and Treasury Management to help increase the overall income of the bank by providing a unified approach for services to customers.
Ensure business activities are conducted in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Represent Jefferson Bank by actively participating in networking including chambers of commerce, community events and business organizations in the communities we serve.
Perform other duties as assigned.