Commercial Loan Documentation Review Assistant

First Farmers Bank & Trust • Converse, IN

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

First Farmers Bank & Trust has been proudly serving families, farms, and businesses since 1885, building relationships rooted in trust and community. With over 140 years of experience, we’ve grown to become one of the largest community banks in Indiana and Illinois, offering a full range of financial services—from personal and business banking to agricultural lending and mortgage solutions.

Our mission is simple: deliver personalized financial services while fostering strong relationships that help our communities thrive. We believe in combining today’s digital banking convenience with the traditional values of integrity, perseverance, and customer care.

With 37 branches in Indiana and Illinois, we remain deeply committed to the communities we serve. Through initiatives like financial education programs, scholarships, volunteerism, and local partnerships, we invest in what matters most—people.
At First Farmers, we also invest in our employees. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a culture that values collaboration and community engagement. When you join our team, you’re not just starting a job—you’re joining a company built on heart and grit.

Requirements

• Understanding of appropriate regulations and ability to work well under deadlines is necessary
• Proven ability to accurately prepare and deliver documentation, projects, and tasks
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail is required
• Must have strong communication and phone skills, confidentiality and basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and experience in the origination, underwriting, and closing of commercial and agriculture loans would be beneficial
• Two to Four years experience in Commercial/Agricultural documentation is preferred

Responsibilities

• Review commercial and agricultural files for completeness prior to new loan closings
• Review file for correct legal borrower and correct signatures
• Ensure completed lien searches and reviews
• Ensure loans are closing as approved and within lender authorities and policy guidelines
• Ensure Title Insurance is completed, reviewed and exceptions are cleared
• Ensure Appraisals are appropriate for transaction and perform Appraisal Reviews
• Ensuring compliance with all federal and state banking regulations
• Verify rates and terms with current pricing parameters
• Ensure all required documentation for closing is in closing document package
• Ensure post-close secondary market documentation is filed appropriately
• Assist in loan covenant tracking and other line tickler reports
• Document Exceptions Report
• Continue to enhance performance through various training and compliance seminars
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (eligible on date of hire) with options for High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Co-Pay Plan
• Vision Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Prescription Plan
• Wellness Incentive – earn up to $25 per pay period toward premium reduction
• Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance – 100% employer-paid
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance – 100% employer-paid
• 401(k) Plan
• Profit Sharing Stock Option
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for HDHP participants
• Vacation time
• Sick Time
• Personal Day
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Bereavement
• Paid time to volunteer (when representing FFBT and supervisor approved)
• Voluntary Donated PTO Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Travel Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Corporate Discounts
• Employee Referral Program
• Stock Purchase Loan Option
• Retirement Plan Counseling
• Wellness Program
• Gym Reimbursement
• Employee Quarterly Recognition Program
• AFLAC supplemental benefits
• Cincinnati Life supplemental coverage
• Family Medical Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Maternity Leave Policy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed