Director Business Banking

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets says success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. Salary and Compensation The Target Pay Range for this position is $173,500.00-$211,900.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $135,100.00 - $250,600.00 annually. Compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job‑related skills, experience, and education or training. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role. Benefits 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%) 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well) PTO Program + Exchange Program Tuition Reimbursement Program BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match Impact As Director of Business Banking, you’ll shape the future of how businesses experience BECU. You’ll lead a high‑performing C&I lending team while building meaningful relationships that help business members grow and thrive. Your leadership will influence how we connect, serve, and deliver value—bringing together strategy, service, and innovation to elevate the entire Business Services organization. By fostering strong partnerships internally and externally, you’ll ensure that every interaction reflects BECU’s commitment to excellence, community, and member success. Location and Travel Applicants must be residents of Washington State. The role requires some travel for meetings and events. Candidates within a reasonable driving distance to our Tukwila Headquarters (TFC) are encouraged to come into the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week. For candidates outside the commutable distance to TFC and among approved remote work locations, this role will be primarily remote. Whether remote or onsite, we are committed to ensuring you are fully engaged and included in our collaborative environment. Responsibilities Lead and inspire team performance: Guide your team to achieve exceptional results in growing business member relationships while delivering outstanding service, engagement, and relationship management. Drive business development: Empower your team to actively build and manage a strong pipeline through referral networks, consistent prospecting, and meaningful follow‑ups that turn opportunities into lasting relationships. Oversee relationship management excellence: Lead efforts across business development, member engagement, credit selection, loan structuring, and portfolio risk management to ensure balanced, strategic growth. Manage and optimize the portfolio: Build and oversee a business banking portfolio that delivers strong returns to members while maintaining operational excellence, policy adherence, and a seamless member experience. Coach and develop talent: Invest in your team’s success through ongoing coaching, mentoring, and feedback—helping individuals grow, perform, and reach their full potential. Maximize member value: Champion cross‑selling and referrals by connecting members with the right products and services, offering thoughtful solutions and timely support that meet their evolving needs. Ensure credit quality and risk management: Maintain a high‑quality loan portfolio by ensuring sound credit decisions, compliance with risk guidelines, and proactive monitoring of portfolio performance. Contribute to strategic planning: Play a key role in shaping annual business plans, including membership growth, loans, deposits, and non‑interest income to align with BECU’s broader goals. Strengthen partner ecosystems: Build and maintain relationships with key business partners across services such as payroll, merchant services, treasury management, and investments—ensuring strong service delivery and collaboration. Stay ahead of industry knowledge: Maintain expertise in regulatory compliance, credit policies, financial principles, and business banking products to guide sound decisions and strategies. What You’ll Gain Strategic leadership opportunity: Shape the direction of business banking and influence organizational success at a high level. Meaningful impact: Help businesses succeed while strengthening communities and member relationships. Collaborative environment: Partner with cross‑functional teams and leaders who value innovation and shared success. Professional growth: Expand your leadership, financial, and strategic expertise in a dynamic, evolving organization. Relationship‑driven work: Build lasting connections with members, partners, and community stakeholders. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or equivalent work or educational experience. 3 years of people‑leader experience with business banking relationship/sales teams. 5 years of commercial credit and relationship management experience in small business – mid‑sized commercial banking environment(s). Desired Qualifications: Advanced degree. Effective leadership, team‑building, coaching and personnel development skills. Excellent sales and business development skills and proven ability to effectively manage sales for the achievement of individual team members and overall team goals. Strong financial acumen and analytical skills and understanding of product profitability and pricing analysis. EEO Statement BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr