VP Commercial Loan Officer Connecticut

Westfield Bank’s Co; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 125,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional banking institution is seeking a VP Commercial Loan Officer in Hartford, CT. The role involves managing a portfolio of commercial loans, identifying new business opportunities, and collaborating with a team to provide excellent client service. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of experience in commercial lending, strong analytical skills, and the ability to negotiate loan terms. This full-time position offers competitive compensation in the range of $125,180 to $187,770 per year.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years managing a large commercial loan portfolio.
• Experience in commercial lending with strong analytical skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of commercial loan and deposit relationships.
• Identify new lending opportunities through outreach and networking.
• Collaborate with Credit Analysts and Loan Assistants for client service.

Skills

Accountability

Analytical Skills

Business Development

Negotiation Skills

Productivity

Sales Results

Written Communication

Education

Minimum 7 years of experience as a commercial lender

Experience as a commercial credit analyst preferred

Job description

Join to apply for the VP Commercial Loan Officer Connecticut role at Westfield Bank.

This range is provided by Westfield Bank. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$125,180.00/yr - $187,770.00/yr

Position: Commercial Loan Officer
Department: Commercial Lending
Job Status: Full Time
FLSA Status: Exempt
Grade: 15
Reports to: SVP, Senior Lender, Connecticut
Amount of Travel Required: Some Travel Required
Positions Supervised: None

Position Summary

The Commercial Loan Officer is responsible for managing and developing a portfolio of commercial loan and deposit relationships, ensuring alignment with the Bank’s financial goals. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, evaluating loan requests, working along with credit partners to complete credit analysis and preparing loan proposals. The ideal candidate has experience in commercial lending, strong analytical skills and proven ability to cultivate client relationships.

Essential Functions

• Develops, manages and grows a portfolio of commercial loan and deposit relationships.
• Identifies and pursues new lending opportunities through direct outreach, networking, referrals and community involvement.
• Actively identifies and refers cross‑sell opportunities to other areas of the Bank.
• Contributes to the achievement of Commercial Team goals as it relates to revenue & portfolio growth, asset quality and compliance.
• Structures and negotiates loan terms that meet client needs while protecting bank interests.
• Collaborates with Credit Analysts, Loan Assistants and other team members to ensure excellent client service.
• Monitors loan portfolio performance, manages risk, and maintains compliance with policies and regulations.
• Must complete BSA, AML, and other Regulatory and Continuing Education as assigned.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as requested.

Position Qualifications

Competencies

• Accountability
• Analytical Skills
• Business Development
• Negotiation Skills
• Productivity
• Sales Results
• Written Communication

Education / Experience / Skills & Abilities

• Minimum 7 years of experience as a commercial lender and ability to manage a large commercial loan portfolio.
• Experience as a commercial credit analyst preferred or similar sound credit background.
• Knowledge of Small Business Administration guaranty programs.
• Strong analytical, verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and sales ability.
• Must be a responsible and independent worker who can interact well with other members of the Commercial Team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Ability to prioritize and multi‑task.

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry: Stand Occasionally (10 lbs or less). Walk Occasionally (11–20 lbs). Sit Frequent (21–50 lbs). Handling/Fingering Occasionally (51–100 lbs). Reach Outward Occasionally. No other physical requirements. Other Physical Requirements: None. Westfield Bank has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Finance and Sales

Industries: Banking

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