Commercial Banking Associate III

WESTERN STATE BANK • Chandler, AZ

15h

About The Position

Western is looking for an experienced Commercial Banking Associate III to support our Commercial ending teams. In this role, you’ll play an important part in preparing and reviewing loan documentation, coordinating closing requirements, and helping ensure loans move smoothly from approval through funding and ongoing servicing. This is a great opportunity for someone who knows commercial lending, enjoys working through the details, and takes pride in delivering accurate, responsive support to both customers and internal partners.

Requirements

• 5 years of Commercial loan processing experience, including experience and training with complex loans.
• Associate degree or two-year college equivalent required.
• Strong knowledge of Commercial and Agricultural loan documentation and processing.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while knowing when to escalate an issue.
• Strong communication, customer service, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally and with discretion.
• Experience with LaserPro strongly aligned with the responsibilities of this role.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing Commercial loan documents in LaserPro based on approved terms and conditions.
• Coordinating pre- and post-closing activities, including flood certificates, lien searches, title work, insurance, funding, invoice payments, and document imaging.
• Maintaining documentation ticklers and preparing follow-up requests to keep loan files complete and current.
• Working with participation banks on new participated loans and ongoing file documentation.
• Supporting the team with accurate, timely information throughout the loan process.
• Assisting leadership with updates to team policies and procedures.
• Helping train new and existing team members on processes and best practices.
• Identifying opportunities to improve workflows and strengthen the customer experience.
• Taking on additional responsibilities as business needs evolve.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree