Retail Lender

Citizens Bank and Trust Company of Vivian

Retail Lender

Haughton, LA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Bonus based on performance

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Vision insurance

    Summary:

    The lender purpose is to support the company’s mission statement, values, and sales goals by establishing new customer relationships and retaining and expanding existing customer relationships. The lender will analyze loan applications, decision loans within the lender’s individual lending authority, generate interest income, monitor and service existing loan customers, make credit decisions, collect on loans and market the bank’s services and products.

    Duties:

    Compile and analyze data for loan requests; outline loan terms and conditions and inform borrowers of loan commitments; assist borrowers by making appropriate recommendations concerning financing options and financial decisions

    Originate and service business and individual loans both secured and unsecured

    Screen loan requests based upon bank policies

    Maintain compliance with loan policy, procedures and documentation, including loan package preparation, while properly structuring

    Analyze financial information and loan collateral to determine strength of loan proposal

    Write Credit Memorandum detailing borrower(s) credit strength, details of loan and other necessary information needed for a clear representation of credit package and recommendation for approval

    Present loan to President/CEO, Underwriter and/or the Board of Directors for approval

    Monitor past due reports and contact customers to determine solution

    Maintain accurate pipeline report

    Renew matured loans in a timely manner

    Provide on-going service to existing clients and branch personnel regarding loan questions and issues

    Establish relationships to expand lending opportunities

    Produce quality referrals through regular calls on existing and prospective customers as well as referral sources

    Attend and participate in community events, volunteer events, and local organizations to represent the Bank and make business contacts

    Other duties as assigned

    Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

    Must work well in a fast paced environment

    Must be able to multi-task

    Must show strong initiative

    Possess good organizational skills

    Must possess interpersonal skills to communicate with customers, vendors, and colleagues in a courteous and professional manner at all times

    Strong desire to work in a team environment and support the Bank with a positive attitude

    Foster a culture consistent with our core values of Do the Right Thing, Respect, Positivity, Innovation, Teamwork and Accountability

    Education:

    High School diploma or equivalent

    College degree in Finance, Business, or a related field is preferred