Business Development Officer

ConnectOne BankEnglewood Cliffs, NJ
$100,000 - $150,000Hybrid

About The Position

The Business Development Officer will secure new clients for the Bank by developing and maintaining a strong banking relationship. In this role you will: Support the Bank’s “People First” focus and rules of engagement—maintaining a professional demeanor, working as an active member of the CNOB team, providing all clients excellent service, always striving to make CNOB “A Better Place to Be”. Generate and develop new business relationships through networking, building relationships with referral sources, and prospecting. Determine which financial products/structure best meet the client’s needs and financial circumstances. Support the Bank’s strong relationship banking culture through on-going client contact, quality client service and superior product knowledge. Maintain close client contact though entire transaction process, from application to closing, routine contact with client to ensure CNOB is exceeding their expectations. Assist underwriting team by submitting a complete application package; monitoring the progress of the application, working to resolve any issues that may emerge with borrowing requests. Ensure all accounts and transactions are in compliance with operational, security and control procedures of the Bank, preventing fraud and protecting customer assets. Conduct sales presentations with prospective and existing clients as well as community groups.

Requirements

  • Strong “People First” interest and ability.
  • Knowledge of relevant Federal and State banking regulations.
  • Familiarity with Bank security and safety practices.
  • Expert knowledge on the Bank’s deposit and small business lending products and cash management services.
  • Minimum five years of business sales experience.
  • Thorough understanding of federal banking compliance and requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Bank’s “People First” focus and rules of engagement—maintaining a professional demeanor, working as an active member of the CNOB team, providing all clients excellent service, always striving to make CNOB “A Better Place to Be”.
  • Generate and develop new business relationships through networking, building relationships with referral sources, and prospecting.
  • Determine which financial products/structure best meet the client’s needs and financial circumstances.
  • Support the Bank’s strong relationship banking culture through on-going client contact, quality client service and superior product knowledge.
  • Maintain close client contact though entire transaction process, from application to closing, routine contact with client to ensure CNOB is exceeding their expectations.
  • Assist underwriting team by submitting a complete application package; monitoring the progress of the application, working to resolve any issues that may emerge with borrowing requests.
  • Ensure all accounts and transactions are in compliance with operational, security and control procedures of the Bank, preventing fraud and protecting customer assets.
  • Conduct sales presentations with prospective and existing clients as well as community groups.

Benefits

  • World class health, vision, and dental benefits on day one
  • 401k with employer match
  • Hybrid work from home (depending on role)
  • Employee appreciation events (team building, softball games, food truck days, etc..)
  • Employee assistance programs (EAP)
  • Wellness programs (flu shot, preventive care, health programs and services discounts, etc..)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Discount perks
  • CNOB Community Service Events
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