Sr. Business Lender

Campus Federal • St. George, LA

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About The Position

Campus Federal is seeking an experienced, relationship-focused Senior Business Lender to grow its business banking presence and provide customized financial solutions to local businesses and business owners. The role involves serving as a trusted advisor to business members, supporting their financing and banking needs, and contributing to the growth of the credit union’s business lending and deposit portfolios.

The successful candidate will develop new business relationships, manage existing relationships, structure and evaluate commercial lending opportunities, and support sound credit decisions through financial analysis and underwriting recommendations. The position also involves guiding applicants through the lending process, ensuring compliance and accurate documentation, building community visibility, and collaborating with internal partners to deliver comprehensive solutions and service.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in commercial lending, business banking, or a related financial services role.
• Demonstrated success in business development, relationship management, and portfolio growth.
• Strong understanding of commercial credit analysis, financial statement review, and business lending principles.
• Experience structuring and managing commercial lending relationships.
• Ability to develop referral networks and generate new business opportunities.
• Strong knowledge of business deposit products and treasury management services.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with business owners, professional advisors, and community stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business relationships and serve as the primary contact for businesses seeking lending and deposit solutions.
• Grow business loan and deposit portfolios through relationship development and community engagement.
• Consult with business owners about their financial goals and recommend appropriate lending and treasury solutions.
• Structure, evaluate, and manage commercial lending opportunities.
• Collect, analyze, and review financial information to support credit decisions and underwriting recommendations.
• Guide applicants through the business lending process from initial consultation through closing.
• Manage an existing portfolio of business relationships and identify opportunities to expand services and deepen relationships.
• Ensure lending activities comply with credit union policies, regulatory requirements, and sound lending practices.
• Use business lending systems to maintain accurate application, underwriting, and credit documentation.
• Represent Campus Federal at networking events, industry functions, professional associations, and community organizations to increase visibility and generate business opportunities.
• Collaborate with internal partners to deliver comprehensive financial solutions and exceptional service to business members.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees.
• 100% employer-paid dental insurance for employees.
• 100% employer-paid long-term disability insurance for employees.
• Optional dependent coverage.
• Generous paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior