Commercial Lending Assistant

Liberty FCU, a full-service credit union, is seeking a Commercial Lending Assistant located at 4401 Theater Drive, Evansville, IN. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional member service to ensure a seamless loan process. This role will provide administrative support to commercial lending staff, interact with clients and third‑party vendors, input commercial loan applications, and execute funding of loan packages. Duties and responsibilities Assist lenders with various tasks such as obtaining and reviewing documents from borrowers, construction draw requests, ordering third‑party reports for loan transactions, appraisals, title work, environmentals, etc. Input commercial loan applications into credit system Prepare lending packages and fund loans Perform daily loan maintenance, monitor exceptions, and update reports Collect and file financial information from clients Act as the point of contact between lenders and employees/clients as necessary Review upcoming maturities with each officer and determine what financial information is needed to renew credit Serve as backup to other documentation specialists Perform research needed to resolve client problems in a timely manner Ensure loans are booked correctly and collateral is forwarded to the appropriate department Ensure that all documents have proper signatures, dates, disclosures and other relevant data Work closely with other members of the department to ensure exceptional service is provided to the client base Desired Skills and Qualifications Detailed knowledge of processing, underwriting and closing procedures In-depth knowledge of credit union’s policies and procedures, lending procedures and credit policies Knowledge of federal lending regulations Ability to analyze policies, procedures and guidelines in a way that maximizes productivity while protecting the desired risk level Must be able to establish productive business interpersonal relationships with others inside and outside the organization and work with little direct supervision Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Internet Explorer Must have flexibility in working schedule; may be required to work weekends and/or extended hours. Reliable attendance is critical Ability to operate standard business equipment: fax, copiers, printers, calculators, computers, etc. Ability to present a professional image Ability to handle sensitive documents or other confidential information Ability to work well under pressure Ability to perform multiple job functions and tasks with minimum supervision Ability to communicate and work well with all levels of employees, officers, and directors Must have attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines and deal tactfully with clients (internal and external) College degree preferred, with a demonstrated mastery of loan processing principles. However, a combination of experience and education may be substituted for degree requirements Experience and overall understanding of loan systems and various related host systems Physical Requirements Normal office environment with little exposure to dust, noise and temperature Sitting for long periods Standing, bending, and lifting up to 20 pounds Extended viewing of CRT screen Occasional travel to branch offices, seminars, and various training courses may be required Benefits and Compensation Paid Holidays Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick and Personal Days) Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 401(k) retirement program with matching funds Employer paid Group Term Life Insurance, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Program Liberty FCU is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr