Market President

Commerce Bank•Denver, CO

1d•$301,400 - $361,700•Onsite

About The Position

Commerce Bank is seeking a Commercial Banking Market President to lead strategy and growth across a major market. The role offers the opportunity to shape the region’s commercial banking direction, build relationships with significant companies and decision-makers, and represent the bank among clients, community leaders, and other stakeholders. The Market President leads commercial bankers, develops talent, and drives market presence and business results while balancing opportunities with organizational priorities and risk. The position drives the development and execution of market strategy to establish commercial relationships involving loans, deposits, and payments products. It develops departmental plans aligned with corporate goals, leads and develops team members, manages workflow and departmental projects, and performs management functions including hiring, evaluations, compensation allocations, and disciplinary actions. The role also communicates priorities and decisions, supports budget planning and expenditure, and performs other assigned duties. The candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in Business or an equivalent combination of education and experience, at least 15 years of Commercial Banking experience, and at least 7 years of leadership or supervisory experience. The role requires strong commercial banking knowledge, sales and relationship-building skills, sound judgment, adaptability, and the ability to lead effectively through change. A valid driver’s license and compliance with Commerce Bank’s driving-record criteria are required. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future. If considered, candidates will be asked to authorize a credit-history investigatory consumer report and a motor vehicle record review. The position is full-time and located at 1225 17th Street, Suite 2550, Denver, Colorado. The stated annual salary range is $301,400–$361,700, with eligibility for additional performance-based incentive compensation. The candidate may be eligible for employer-sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, paid personal time, career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 15 years of Commercial Banking experience.
At least 7 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of Commercial Banking.
Ability to critically review, analyze, and structure commercial loans, cross-sell other bank products, and attract new business.
Goal-oriented, with strong sales skills to facilitate and cultivate leads.
Strong critical-thinking skills and ability to apply discretion and sound judgment to solve problems efficiently and effectively.
Ability to drive results while balancing organizational risk management and business goals.
Outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills; ability to communicate ideas and concepts clearly, verbally and in writing, with all levels of the company.
Ability to remain adaptable and resilient, maintain an optimistic outlook, and reflect the company’s culture and Core Values.
Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and meet Commerce Bank’s driving-record criteria; ongoing employment may be contingent on meeting driving requirements.
Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
If considered for the position, must authorize a credit-history investigatory consumer report and a motor vehicle driving-record review.

Responsibilities

Drive market growth by developing and executing strategy to establish commercial relationships involving loans, deposits, and payments products.
Develop and implement departmental plans in conjunction with corporate goals, plans, and policies.
Lead, mentor, and motivate team members to implement market strategy and manage departmental workflow, projects, and issues.
Provide coaching and development opportunities tailored to direct reports’ individual needs.
Perform management functions, including hiring, evaluations, annual increase allocations, and disciplinary action as required.
Communicate decisions, priorities, and relevant information effectively to team members.
Support budget management, planning, and expenditure.
Provide strategic leadership and direction for the market, aligning teams around business priorities and organizational goals.
Build relationships with clients, community leaders, and key stakeholders as a visible market leader.
Drive collaboration across lines of business to strengthen relationships, identify opportunities, and deliver a consistent client experience.
Build, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team, focusing on talent development and succession planning.
Create a culture of accountability, engagement, collaboration, and inclusion.
Lead and influence across the organization while balancing market opportunities with broader business priorities.
Identify opportunities to expand relationships, strengthen market presence, and achieve business objectives.
Lead through change by providing clear communication and direction while maintaining team engagement.
Demonstrate sound judgment, integrity, and accountability while reinforcing organizational values and expectations.
Represent the organization in the community and strengthen its reputation, relationships, and market presence.
Perform other duties as assigned.