Commercial Banking Assistant

Independent Bank • East Lansing, MI

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About The Position

Join Independent Bank as a Commercial Banking Assistant ! In this pivotal role, you'll support our Commercial Banking team by contributing to the service and expansion of our commercial portfolio. Embrace our mission: inspiring financial independence today, with tomorrow in mind by working alongside seasoned professionals and gaining valuable experience in commercial lending while providing exceptional service to our customers. If you're people-focused and detail-oriented, we're looking for you to be part of our dynamic team. Apply now and help us shape a financially independent future for our customers!

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Banking experience preferred with a familiarity with deposit & loan products
• Commercial banking experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service.
• Positive and outgoing individual with the ability to handle multiple tasks while paying attention to details.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work well with any aspect of the commercial loan team, from other assistants to senior level commercial loan officers.
• Experience with word, excel, and other windows-based applications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation and review of loan documentation including ordering and reviewing title work and UCC’s, gathering and reviewing entity documents, preparing closing packages, etc.
• Assist lenders in all aspects of loan closings with customers as needed.
• Providing excellent customer service for commercial clients for a wide variety of items including loans, deposits, wire transfer needs, etc.
• Processing wire transfers, overdrafts, lien releases, mortgage discharges, processing credit reports, etc.
• Assist lenders in the resolution of loan documentation and financial statement exceptions.
• Creating and managing electronic loan files.
• Miscellaneous office duties including copying, scanning, organizing events, preparation and management of miscellaneous department reports, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Accommodating and flexible paid time off.
• A knowledgeable, goal-driven, and exciting team of colleagues.
• Exposure to different areas of banking and the ability to work with leaders within the industry.
• Community-focused events and volunteer opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees