Community Private Banker

Peapack Private Bank & Trust•Red Bank, NJ

5d•$97,692 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Peapack Private Bank & Trust is a well-recognized, high-performing boutique bank and a leader in wealth, lending, and deposit solutions. They provide a broad range of sought-after products and services designed to help clients establish, maintain, and grow their legacy through an innovative approach to private banking. The bank has over 100 years of history and prioritizes the well-being and needs of its employees and clients. It has been recognized as one of the nation’s “Best Banks to Work For” for eight consecutive years. The company values a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and safe workplace with a strong one-team culture. They foster transparency, respect feedback, and operate with a philosophy of hospitality and genuine human kindness. There are multiple avenues for employee involvement, including Cultural Ambassador sub-committees, community service through Volunteerism outreach, and the LIFT (Leading Inspiring Females Together) committee.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered
Minimum of 5+ years of experience developing new client relationships, growing deposits and loans, and meeting or exceeding sales, service, and referral goals
Demonstrated ability to deliver a private banking-style, relationship-based client experience
Working knowledge of personal and business banking products, consumer and residential lending, treasury or cash management services, and wealth management concepts
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify client and prospect needs, recommend appropriate solutions, and resolve questions or concerns professionally and effectively
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, listening, and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively and tactfully with clients, prospects, community partners, and colleagues at all levels
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on commitments, supported by experience using CRM tools and Microsoft Office to manage client relationships, pipeline activity, and referrals
High level of professionalism, integrity, adaptability, accountability, and commitment to client confidentiality

Responsibilities

Originate new business opportunities consisting of loans, deposits, treasury management and wealth and develop, manage, and grow a portfolio of small business client client relationships through proactive calling efforts, networking, referrals, and centers of influence
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, delivering proactive, responsive, and consultative client experience
Manage and prepare responses to Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for nonprofit and municipal organizations.
Proactively work with Community Banking Underwriting team throughout loan process on loans ranging in size from $500k-$ 3 Million, including creation of deal screen memo, term sheet preparation, client dialogue, negotiation, and closing process.
Maintain a prospect list of 25-50 high quality business targets within the market at all times
Utilize the bank's Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to document client interactions, manage pipeline activity, track referrals, and support effective relationship development
Maintain current knowledge of applicable banking products, services, policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including BSA/AML, CRA, Reg. DD, Reg. CC, privacy, and FDIC insurance requirements
Participate in community, professional, and business development activities to enhance the bank's market presence and strengthen referral networks
Support a collaborative and inclusive team environment while modeling the bank's standards for integrity, accountability, and client care