<p>We are looking for an accomplished, detail-oriented commercial lending specialist to join our banking team in the Twin Cities, Minnesota. This role focuses on building long-term business relationships, expanding commercial banking partnerships, and delivering sound lending solutions that support client and bank growth. The ideal candidate brings strong credit judgment, a consultative approach to business development, and the ability to manage a high-quality commercial portfolio from origination through ongoing servicing.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop new commercial banking relationships through community involvement, networking, referrals, and proactive outreach to prospective clients.</p><p>• Grow existing client accounts by identifying borrowing, deposit, and cash management opportunities that align with each business customer’s needs.</p><p>• Guide clients through lending options, gather required documentation, and structure financing solutions that reflect sound underwriting practices.</p><p>• Analyze financial statements, tax returns, collateral details, and other supporting information to assess creditworthiness and recommend appropriate loan terms.</p><p>• Make credit decisions within assigned authority levels and prepare well-supported presentations for larger requests requiring committee approval.</p><p>• Oversee the commercial loan process from initial prospecting through closing, renewal, collection activity, and final payoff.</p><p>• Perform portfolio monitoring activities, including annual relationship reviews, site visits, and collateral inspections, to maintain strong asset quality.</p><p>• Address delinquent accounts promptly and take appropriate action to protect portfolio performance and minimize credit risk.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams to deliver responsive service, ensure regulatory compliance, and provide effective banking solutions for commercial clients.</p>
We are looking for an experienced VP Commercial Loan Officer to grow and manage a commercial lending portfolio in a Minnesota market. This position combines business development, credit evaluation, and relationship management to support commercial clients while maintaining strong loan quality and profitability. The ideal candidate brings sound lending judgment, a consultative approach to client service, and the ability to identify opportunities for both loan and deposit growth.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop new commercial banking relationships by prospecting businesses and identifying lending opportunities that align with portfolio goals.<br>• Review financial statements, tax returns, and supporting documentation to assess borrower strength and determine appropriate credit solutions.<br>• Structure financing proposals that balance client needs with prudent risk management and institutional lending standards.<br>• Partner with credit and analysis teams to prepare thorough loan presentations and bring recommendations forward for approval.<br>• Participate in credit committee discussions and respond confidently to questions regarding assigned borrowing relationships.<br>• Maintain regular contact with existing clients to evaluate changing business needs, deepen relationships, and uncover additional banking opportunities.<br>• Monitor portfolio performance by tracking covenant compliance, reviewing higher-risk credits, and identifying signs of deteriorating financial conditions.<br>• Ensure renewals, annual reviews, and risk rating updates are completed accurately and within required timeframes.<br>• Provide guidance and coaching to branch teams and entry-level lenders on commercial lending, business development, and deposit growth strategies.<br>• Support clients and internal partners by addressing commercial banking inquiries and contributing to special projects as needed.