Director of C&I Lending

Central Bancompany•Oklahoma City, OK

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About The Position

Central Bank is a community-focused financial institution dedicated to serving individuals and businesses in its communities through local decision-making, personalized service, and long-term relationships. The position builds and manages commercial loan relationships by providing tailored lending solutions, growing the commercial portfolio, and supporting local businesses. It involves lending across business, real estate, and construction, as well as developing commercial client relationships and supporting deposit growth. The position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but may mentor junior team members.

Requirements

Proven ability to build and maintain strong business relationships.
Solid understanding of financial statements and credit analysis.
Experience with business development and networking.
Strong communication skills and professional presence.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
High level of organization and attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Regular and reliable attendance and punctuality.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or a related field preferred.
Working knowledge of commercial lending systems and processes preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

Build and manage a portfolio of commercial loan relationships, including business, real estate, and construction lending.
Develop new business through networking, referrals, and community involvement.
Meet with clients to understand their financial needs and recommend lending and banking solutions.
Analyze financial statements, credit information, and collateral to evaluate loan opportunities.
Structure and present loan requests with clear recommendations and supporting analysis.
Monitor existing loans for compliance, credit quality, and client satisfaction.
Identify potential credit concerns and collaborate with leadership to develop solutions.
Deliver responsive, high-quality service to clients and internal partners.
Identify opportunities to deepen client relationships by referring clients to treasury management, deposit products, and other bank services.
Support deposit growth by developing and maintaining strong operating account relationships with commercial clients.
Comply with applicable banking regulations, including Bank Secrecy Act requirements and information security standards.
May mentor junior team members.