Lending Assistant - Needham, MA

Brookline Bank • Needham, MA

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About The Position

Since 1871, Brookline Bank has built a legacy of consistent financial strength, trust, outstanding banking services, and strong customer relationships. We have branches that deliver an expanding array of valuable banking and financial services geared to helping individuals and businesses manage their finances throughout Massachusetts. As a trusted financial resource to our customers, it's our everyday commitment to do more, deliver more, and exceed expectations. With locations across Greater Boston and the North Shore, we make banking easy and convenient. We are currently seeking a Sr. Lending Assistant to join our Commercial team. This position will perform administration of commercial loans for the Commercial Banking department. Ensures that loans are processed in a timely manner; internal and external customer service is maintained at a high level; and bank standards practices and procedures are followed. Excellent computer skills and business writing skills are required.

Requirements

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in Commercial Lending, Loan/Deposit Operations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of bank products, primarily commercial lending.
• Experience with the Microsoft Office suite software programs.
• Knowledge of the bank's credit policy, particularly as it pertains to the approval process.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the processing of loan approvals, including the coordination of Management Loan Committee and Board Credit Committees.
• Supervises, trains and coordinates the activities of the commercial lending assistants.
• Assists lenders with closings, including coordination of documentation, preparation of the loan files, funding of the loan and establishment of deposit accounts.
• Provides a high level of customer support to clients, lenders, internal departments and others to ensure a high quality experience.
• Perform administrative duties, including the preparation of correspondence, presentations, and stocking and ordering of office supplies.
• Assists with coordinating with the compliance department to ensure that all reports, files and procedures are effectively utilized.
• May require supporting the Division Executive with the coordination of meetings, events and presentations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Matching 401k

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities