VP Commercial Relationship Manager

About the Role

Office Location: Abilene, Texas, United States

Incumbent is responsible for making and servicing a variety of loans for commercial customers, including secured and unsecured, capital, equipment, real estate, interim construction, personal, Small Business Administration, and working‑capital loans. Must evaluate each loan for profitability and proper structuring to protect the Bank’s interests and make decisions that could be costly if in error. The position requires business‑development activities within the commercial market area and extensive customer contact, representing the Bank in a variety of social situations.

Responsibilities

• Make and service all types of Commercial and Real Estate loans, either personally or in conjunction with other officers.
• Provide guidance to customers to ensure their banking needs are met.
• Promote the services and profitability of the Bank.
• Develop new business to ensure a constant increase in loans and income to the Bank.
• Actively participate in the Customer Service First sales and service culture, support organizational values, and follow established company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in banking, finance, or a business‑related field (preferred).
• Formal credit training and/or underwriting knowledge.
• 5–10 years of commercial bank lending experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Ability to expand loans, client relationships, and cross‑sell bank products.
• Familiarity with sales, loan processing, and closing processes.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a proven track record of portfolio management.