Commercial Credit Manager - To 140K - Broken Arrow, OK - Job 3809-16932

The Symicor Group•Broken Arrow, OK

6d•$140,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Symicor Group is seeking a Commercial Credit Manager for their bank client in the Broken Arrow, OK market. This role is responsible for leading the credit administration function for the bank’s commercial lending portfolio. The goal is to ensure sound credit quality, consistent underwriting practices, regulatory compliance, and effective portfolio risk management. This position partners closely with the Chief Lending Officer, commercial lending teams, executive leadership, and risk management to support strategic commercial growth while maintaining prudent credit standards. This is not a remote position.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of progressive commercial credit and lending experience, preferably within a financial institution or bank environment.
Demonstrated ability to manage portfolio risk and support strategic commercial growth.
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business or related field or a combination of education and experience that provides the necessary skills and knowledge to satisfactorily perform the essential job functions.
Minimum 5 years of leadership or management experience, preferably within commercial credit administration.
Proficient with commercial loan systems, financial analysis software, and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong knowledge of commercial credit principles, financial statement analysis, cash flow analysis, and loan structuring.
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, loan policy governance, and credit risk management practices.
Excellent leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including executive and Board-level presentation abilities.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and make independent credit decisions.

Responsibilities

Ensure financial analysis, cash flow modeling, collateral analysis, and guarantor evaluations are thorough and well documented.
Promote strong communication and partnership between underwriting, lending, operations, and executive leadership.
Support ACL/CECL methodologies and portfolio reporting processes in partnership with finance and risk management teams.
Review and approve commercial credit requests within delegated lending authority.
Maintain high standards for credit presentations and loan approval memorandums.
Oversee exception tracking and approval processes.
Ensure compliance with NCUA regulations, internal policies, and sound commercial lending practices.
Coordinate with internal audit, compliance, loan review, and external examiners during examinations and audits.
Provide guidance and direction on complex commercial credit relationships, including owner-occupied real estate, investment real estate, C&I, construction, and participation loans.
Monitor and report key credit risk metrics to executive leadership and committees.
Identify emerging credit risks and recommend proactive mitigation strategies.
Lead, mentor, and develop commercial credit staff, fostering a collaborative and accountable culture.
Assist in maintaining and updating commercial loan policies and underwriting guidelines.
Establish performance expectations, coaching plans, and professional development opportunities for team.
Participate in strategic planning and organizational leadership initiatives.
Must comply with applicable laws and regulations.