A respected regional bank with a strong presence throughout the Southeast is seeking a Commercial Banking Associate to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, relationship-driven professional looking to build a long-term career in commercial banking. The selected candidate will work closely with an experienced lender, gaining hands-on exposure to commercial lending, credit analysis, business development, and client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Support a senior commercial banker in developing and managing client relationships
• Assist with commercial loan requests, including gathering financial information and supporting credit analysis
• Help identify opportunities for commercial loans, deposit accounts, and other banking services
• Participate in client meetings, networking events, and community outreach activities
• Build and maintain relationships with business owners and community leaders
• Monitor assigned client relationships and assist with ongoing portfolio management
• Stay informed on market trends, industry developments, and local economic conditions
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver exceptional client service
• Represent the bank through involvement in professional, civic, and community organizations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field preferred
• Open to recent graduates and candidates with 2–4 years of professional experience
• Banking, finance, credit, lending, accounting, or client-facing sales experience is a plus
• Strong communication, relationship-building, and networking skills
• Ability to analyze information and learn financial and credit concepts
• Professional, energetic, and motivated with a desire to grow within the banking industry
• Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and a strong work ethic

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Direct mentorship from a successful banking team
• Clear path for long-term career growth
• Exposure to lending, credit, business development, and relationship management
• Client-facing role with significant networking opportunities
• Collaborative, servant-hearted culture that values teamwork and community involvement
• Opportunity to make an impact while building lasting relationships throughout the local business community