Commercial Relationship Manager

Lewis James Professional is a woman-owned staff augmentation, project consulting and direct hire search and placement firm. We are currently seeking a Senior Relationship Manager for a direct hire opportunity with a financial services client. Responsibilities Develop and manage commercial client relationships by identifying lending, deposit, and treasury opportunities while promoting the bank’s products and services. Prospect new business, structure and negotiate loan opportunities, and guide deals through underwriting, approval, documentation, and closing. Serve as the primary banking contact for clients by understanding their business operations, cash flow, and financial goals, while conducting ongoing relationship reviews. Analyze financial statements, assess credit risk, structure lending solutions, and support sound underwriting and portfolio management practices. Monitor portfolio performance, including renewals, maturities, delinquencies, and risk ratings, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and bank policies. Collaborate with internal partners and leadership to deliver a strong client experience and support joint business development efforts. Build and maintain referral networks through community involvement, strategic partnerships, and industry engagement. Drive portfolio growth and revenue production by meeting or exceeding established sales and performance goals. Assist with problem loan resolution and work with Special Assets when needed to protect the bank’s interests. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent experience. 9+ years of commercial banking, commercial credit, consumer, or small business banking experience. 4+ years managing complex commercial client portfolios. Strong knowledge of commercial lending, credit analysis, risk management, and banking policies/procedures. Proven ability to develop new business and expand existing client relationships. Demonstrated leadership, strategic thinking, and advanced financial analysis skills. Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management abilities. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Ability to balance client needs with sound risk management practices. Lewis James Professional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr Lewis James Professional