Commercial Lending Administrative Assistant

HICKORY POINT BANK & TRUST•Champaign, IL

7d•$42,000 - $50,000

About The Position

Your next move starts here. If you are looking to launch or advance your career in the financial industry, don't miss this opportunity. At Hickory Point Bank & Trust, you'll work alongside innovative, creative individuals who are empowered to do what’s right for our clients. Join a team that values your potential, supports your development, and invests in your success. Basic Functions: The Commercial Lending Administrative Assistant will provide high-level administrative support to the President, Champaign Region, other Commercial colleagues, and occasionally the Senior Vice President of Trust and Wealth Management. This role is a unique combination of strategic thinking, focus and flexibility, as well as a relentless commitment to execution. Essential Duties: Provide high-level administrative support and assistance to the President, Champaign Region and/or other assigned leadership staff Write and edit professional internal communications to guide team action and awareness Prepare high-quality, visually appealing presentation materials through data analysis or use of business information to be shared with management, board of directors, business groups, and other relevant stakeholders Manage and strengthen relationships with the commercial team, lead colleague and client meetings, and support the execution of related projects Partner with the leadership team on tactical and strategic initiatives to advance business objectives Lead key business management functions including project management, data analysis, corporate and business program maintenance and additional support requests Partner with the leadership team to develop, implement and execute key reporting to be leveraged by all levels within the commercial team, as well as senior management Identify areas for continued process improvement and enhance efficiencies by generating innovative ideas and solutions Schedule and attend meetings on behalf of executives, taking notes, recording minutes and editing call reports Conducts all duties in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Bank policies and procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Communications skills - Must have demonstrated expertise in professional, written communication and supporting skills such as editing and formatting. Must be able to adjust messages and style based on different audiences
Presentation development skills - Demonstrated proficiency in developing management presentations in PowerPoint including the ability to synthesize "the story" for executive-level audiences
Execution and project management skills - Well-developed organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities. Able to quickly and effectively respond to rapidly changing business needs and urgent requests. Must be self-directed with the ability to explore innovative ways to perform tasks in an efficient and timely manner. Must be proactive, detail and results-oriented, and willing to drive change.
Strong organizational, time management and follow-up skills; flexibility, ability to prioritize requests and multi-task
Problem solving skills - Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities coupled with the ability to identify issues, gather and manipulate data, obtain consensus and implement change. Able to outline work process in a thoughtful and detailed manner. Intellectually curious with a genuine interest in knowledge gathering and problem solving
Technical and analytical skills - Able to produce accurate, error-free analysis and reporting. Understand business drivers and ensure that the groups' analyses are sound. Capable of synthesizing large amounts of data in Excel and from internal systems to develop strategic conclusions
Leadership and interpersonal skills - A professional presence with the ability to interact and influence colleagues at all levels in the business. Able to collaborate with peer team members across business and staff areas at all levels and achieve goals without direct control over all resources. Proactively seeks guidance, clarification, and feedback from others.
Data Security and Confidentiality skills- Appropriately protects the confidentiality, security, and integrity of client information, as well as the Bank’s systems and data.
Technology Skills- Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software with the ability to learn new or updated software.
BA/BS degree is required
Minimum 7-10 years of work experience

Responsibilities

Provide high-level administrative support and assistance to the President, Champaign Region and/or other assigned leadership staff
Write and edit professional internal communications to guide team action and awareness
Prepare high-quality, visually appealing presentation materials through data analysis or use of business information to be shared with management, board of directors, business groups, and other relevant stakeholders
Manage and strengthen relationships with the commercial team, lead colleague and client meetings, and support the execution of related projects
Partner with the leadership team on tactical and strategic initiatives to advance business objectives
Lead key business management functions including project management, data analysis, corporate and business program maintenance and additional support requests
Partner with the leadership team to develop, implement and execute key reporting to be leveraged by all levels within the commercial team, as well as senior management
Identify areas for continued process improvement and enhance efficiencies by generating innovative ideas and solutions
Schedule and attend meetings on behalf of executives, taking notes, recording minutes and editing call reports
Conducts all duties in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and Bank policies and procedures.
Performs other related duties as assigned.