Commercial Lender

Job description

Job Description

Commercial Lender - Growth Market Opportunity

A growing Louisiana-based community bank is seeking an experienced Commercial Lender to help expand and develop a new growth market in the Lafayette area. This is a high-visibility opportunity for a motivated lender who enjoys business development, relationship management, and building a territory with strong support from executive leadership and an established underwriting team.

This role is ideal for a self-starter with strong Commercial Real Estate (CRE) and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) lending experience who can independently develop relationships, grow a portfolio, and become a long-term leader within the organization. This opportunity also offers potential future advancement into market leadership.

Responsibilities

Develop and grow commercial banking relationships throughout the Lafayette market and surrounding areas

Build and manage a portfolio of CRE, C&I, and business banking relationships

Generate new loan and deposit opportunities through business development and community involvement

Structure, negotiate, and present commercial credit requests for approval

Maintain strong credit quality while managing client relationships throughout the lending process

Partner with underwriting and credit teams to ensure timely loan processing and portfolio management

Expand the bank’s presence in a developing territory with support from executive leadership

Represent the bank within the local business community and professional organizations

Cross-sell treasury management, deposit, and other banking solutions to commercial clients

Qualifications Approximately 5+ years of commercial lending experience preferred

Experience with CRE and C&I lending required

Ability to independently manage and grow a commercial portfolio

Existing business development network and ability to bring relationships preferred

Strong understanding of credit analysis, loan structuring, and risk management

Self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset with strong communication skills

Community banking background preferred

Compensation & Benefits Base salary range approximately $150,000 - $200,000 depending on experience and portfolio

Incentive/bonus program available

Mileage reimbursement and phone allowance

Company credit card provided

3-4 weeks PTO depending on level/title

Strong internal underwriting support team

Opportunity for future advancement into market leadership roles

Additional Information On-site position based in the Lafayette market

Dedicated local office presence planned for the territory

Lending authority supported through participation lending capabilities

Growing institution with almost a billion in assets and active expansion plans throughout Louisiana

If you’re ready to join a strong, locally based bank that believes in personal service, community roots, and genuine growth opportunities - we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and start building your future right here in Terrebonne Parish.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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