Senior Business Advisor (Commercial Lending Officer) at Navy Federal Credit Union

Overview To provide advanced business consulting services to assist members and non-members with identifying their business lending goals and objectives. Acts as a catalyst for the promotion and growth of Navy Federal Business Solutions products and services. Recommends appropriate lending, deposit, Treasury Management and investment products and services to achieve the members' goals. Manages moderate to high-dollar volume and moderate to complex member bases.This position is eligible for TalentQuest employee referral program. If an employee referred you for this job, please apply using the system-generated link that was sent to you.Responsibilities Independently source and originate new commercial loansProvide subject matter expert consultative services primarily through via inbound and outbound calls to understand the members' financial needs and goals and educating members regarding products and services offerings Accountable for managing an established book of business, including growing the portfolio, developing and maintaining relationships and increasing member engagement both nationally and within a determined locality Analyze book of business, portfolios and interactions to determine new business opportunities with prospective and established members with larger portfolios and complex credit needsProvide strategic financial guidance and solutions for complex transactions and refer members to outside resources as appropriateChampion Business Solutions, driving awareness across the enterprise of products, service and referral program, establishing potential pipelinesPrepare and present highly detailed and complex credit memos to the appropriate levels of management to include the credit committee Ensure completion of annual documentation requirements to ensure accuracy and compliance with NCUA guidelines and Navy Federal policies and proceduresMentor and provide guidance to junior business advisors, facilitating growth in lending product expertise and relationship managementMaintain knowledge of Navy Federal's field of membership and loan products & servicesRepresent Navy Federal with a positive and professional demeanor and contribute to a performance focused and team-oriented workplaceQualifications Expert hands-on experience with commercial loan origination to include: CRE, C&I Lending, and SBAProven track record of independently sourced loan production in excess of $10MM annuallySignificant experience working in a customer-facing role in commercial lending, preference for a larger financial service organizationExtensive hands-on experience in credit analysis, underwriting, deal structure, as well as writing and presenting detailed and complex credit memos to the appropriate levels of underwriting and/or credit committee. Advanced skilled with identifying potential prospects resulting in successful loan origination. Expert skill building effective relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy and tactAdvanced research, analytical, and problem-solving skills Advanced skill communicating accurately, clearly and concisely including presenting to staff and leadership teamsAdvanced skill to influence, negotiate and persuade to reach agreeable exchange and positive outcomesExpert skill actively guiding members through interactions to reduce member effort and enhance member loyaltyExpert skill applying lending principles, financial practices and evaluation of creditworthiness to make sound credit decisionsAdvanced knowledge of mathematical principles Advanced skill managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goalsSignificant experience skill in applying lending principles, financial practices, and evaluation of creditworthiness to facilitate credit decisionsBachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experienceDesired QualificationsSignificant experience working in originating commercial loans for a Credit Union.Advanced knowledge of Treasury Management, SBA Lending, and Business Insurance Significant experience developing, documenting and presenting credit analyses associated with business lending opportunities including commercial real estate (CRE), commercial and industrial (C&I), Small Business Administration, and NFIS referrals and/or GovConExperience with CRM softwareAdvanced knowledge Navy Federal loan programs, products, services, financing optionsHours: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PMLocation: 1 Concourse Center, Concourse Parkway, Building 4 / Suite# 100 Sandy Springs, GA 30328About Us Navy Federal provides much more than a job. We provide a meaningful career experience, including a culture that is energized, engaged and committed; and fierce appreciation for our teams, who are rewarded with highly competitive pay and generous benefits and perks. 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Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of, Navy Federal Credit Union.Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or any other basis protected by applicable law.Disclaimers: Navy Federal reserves the right to fill this role at a higher/lower grade level based on business need. An assessment may be required to compete for this position. Job postings are subject to close early or extend out longer than the anticipated closing date at the hiring team's discretion based on qualified applicant volume. Navy Federal Credit Union assesses market data to establish salary ranges that enable us to remain competitive. You are paid within the salary range, based on your experience, location and market position. 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