VP, Commercial Lender

BANK-SHARED SERVICE • Clayton, MO

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About The Position

Vice President, Commercial Lender Clayton Branch | Bank of Washington Build Relationships. Grow a Market. Shape the Future. We are seeking a Vice President, Commercial Lender for our Clayton branch who is energized by building relationships and growing both a portfolio and a career. This role is ideal for a driven commercial banker who thrives on networking, business development, and community presence, and who sees long-term opportunity in helping shape a key market for the bank. This is more than managing loans—it’s about creating opportunity. You’ll have the autonomy to: Build and expand a commercial loan portfolio Become a trusted advisor to local business owners Actively grow the Bank of Washington brand in Clayton and surrounding communities Position yourself for continued career growth within a growing community bank We’re looking for someone with ambition, strong potential, and the desire to grow—someone who wants to make an impact, not just maintain a book of business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Prior experience in Commercial Lending, Financial Services, and/or Outside Sales
• Strong understanding of credit analysis, loan structuring, and risk management
• Proven ability—or strong potential—to develop new business relationships
• Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through skills

Responsibilities

• Develop business relationships by actively networking and engaging with business owners, professional advisors, and community leaders
• Identify, pursue, and close new lending opportunities, including business loans, lines of credit, SBA loans, and deposit relationships
• Serve as a trusted financial advisor, delivering flexible, competitive solutions tailored to clients’ needs
• Underwrite and structure credit requests, including financial analysis, credit memos, pricing, and terms
• Partner with internal credit and operations teams to deliver a seamless client experience
• Manage and monitor your loan portfolio, ensuring strong credit quality and proactive risk management
• Represent the bank in the community, participating in business organizations, events, and local initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees