Description
Job Title: Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending/Department Manager
Location: Wichita, Kansas
Role Summary
Legacy Bank seeks an experienced and engaging Senior Vice President of Commercial Lending to join our distinguished community bank. This individual will play a crucial role in leading our commercial lending department, driving growth, managing risk, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional solutions and service to our customers. Equally as vital will be this individual's ability to develop and elevate the commercial loan team members to their full potential, supporting our continued growth and success.
ResponsibilitiesAssess commercial loan applications for viability within loan approval authority, bank policies, and guidelines.Develop and implement a comprehensive business development plan that includes active outreach to current and prospective customers while achieving bank profitability and growth goals and meeting bank risk management objectives.Ensure compliance with internal controls, operational procedures, and risk management policies, including regular audits and internal loan reviews.Manage and develop direct reports to maximize productivity, including directing job assignments, coaching, and training.Appraising job performance for department team members and providing recommendations for compensation and promotion.Assist Legacy Bank in maintaining its community partnerships, and represent our organization as appropriate with customers, civic organizations, and other financial institutions.Be an active and engaged participant as a voting member on Legacy's loan committee.Other duties assigned and as aligned with Legacy strategic goals.Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years' experience in commercial lending, with a proven record of leadership and success. Experience in residential commercial real estate will put you ahead.Demonstrated expertise in sound business judgment, credit risk management, loan structuring, and financial analysis.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and team members.Managerial experience with a demonstrated ability to lead and develop a high-performing team.Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related field.Key Attributes
Strategic thinker helping to create and achieve long-term organizational goals.Supportive and motivational in mentoring others.Adaptable leader who quickly and confidently adjusts to changing circumstances and new information.Community focused with a desire to network and build deep relationships.
Who We Are
Since our founding in Colwich, Kansas nearly 140 years ago, Legacy Bank has established itself as a strong community partner and a preferred place of employment. Now in our fifth generation of leadership, our focus remains on our people and delivering relationships, service, and solutions to our area communities.
All employees are expected to actively promote Legacy Bank to existing and prospective customers in order to obtain and build the Bank's customer base and thereby enhance Legacy Bank's growth and profitability.
ADA Requirements
Physical Requirements
Is able to bend, sit, and stand in order to perform primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion and occasional lifting of up to 10 lbs. Must be capable of climbing / descending stairs in an emergency situation. Must be able to operate routine office equipment including computer terminals and keyboards, telephones, copiers, facsimiles, and calculators. Must be able to routinely perform work on computer for an average of 6-8 hours per day, when necessary. Must be able to work extended hours or travel off site whenever required or requested by management. Must be capable of regular, reliable and timely attendance.
Working Conditions
Must be able to routinely perform work indoors in climate-controlled shared work area with minimal noise.
Mental and/or Emotional Requirements
Must be able to perform job functions independently or with limited supervision and work effectively either on own or as part of a team. Must be able to read and carry out various written instructions and follow oral instructions. Must be able to complete basic mathematical calculations, spell accurately, and understand computer basics. Must be able to speak clearly and deliver information in a logical and understandable sequence. Must be capable of dealing calmly and professionally with numerous different personalities from diverse cultures at various levels within and outside of the organization and demonstrate highest levels of customer service and discretion when dealing with the public. Must be able to perform responsibilities with composure under the stress of deadlines / requirements for extreme accuracy and quality and/or fast pace. Must be able to effectively handle multiple, simultaneous, and changing priorities. Must be capable of exercising highest level of discretion on both internal and external confidential matters.
Equal Opportunities
Legacy Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, disability, age, or any other category protected by law.
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