Commercial Lender | Top Performers $225K++ (Baton Rouge)

About the Company

We are representing a well-capitalized regional financial institution actively expanding its commercial presence across Louisiana and the Gulf South. This is a true production role—not a back-office portfolio maintenance seat. You’ll have the autonomy, credit support, and infrastructure to grow meaningful relationships and be rewarded directly for performance.

About the Role

Build a real book with a bank that actually supports production. If you’re feeling capped, slowed down by credit process, or limited in earnings potential, this is worth a confidential conversation.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a $10MM–$50MM+ commercial portfolio
• Develop new C&I and CRE relationships in your market
• Structure, originate, and close commercial credits
• Maintain strong asset quality while growing revenue

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 5–10 years of commercial lending or credit analysis experience.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.

Required Skills

• Exceptional financial analysis, relationship management, negotiation, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Deep understanding of commercial credit, risk management, and local market trends.

Pay range and compensation package

Up to $225K+ when including bonus!

Equal Opportunity Statement

All applicants and employees are treated fairly without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Confidentiality

This is a confidential search managed by a boutique recruiting firm specializing in commercial banking across the Southeast. Your information will not be shared without your consent.

Next step

If you’re open to exploring opportunities in your market—even passively—let’s set up a brief, confidential conversation.