Signature Bank of Arkansas · 5 hours ago
Lender
Rogers, AR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expSignature Bank of Arkansas is committed to delivering memorable service beyond customer expectations. The Lender position is a transitional role aimed at developing underwriting skills through mentorship and training, eventually leading to greater responsibilities in loan management and customer engagement.
BankingCommercialFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Exhibit a sense of urgency to provide the finest customer service at all times and in all forms of verbal and written communication
Work with a mentor loan officer to develop underwriting skills
Complete consumer and commercial lending school as designated by Loan Manager (Some travel and overnight stays may be required)
Read and understand Banks Loan Policy Manual
Spend time with the Compliance Officer and Loan Operations to gain full understanding of the respective departments
Work with mentor to meet training goals and objectives
Develop portfolio management skills to include expanding existing portfolio, working past dues, understanding and clearing technical exceptions, and working renewals in a timely manner
Accompany mentor on business development calls to establish customer rapport
Regularly attend the Executive Loan Committee
Learn to utilize Loan Offering Memorandums
Prepare and present loans to the Executive Loan Committee
Recognize cross-sell opportunities outside of own product specialty and refer to correct Banker to fulfill all of customers banking needs
Be active in the community by joining and participating in civic clubs
Perform all other tasks requested as they relate to the Bank and its functions
Qualification
Required
College degree (or equivalent work experience) required with emphasis in finance / business preferred; additional post-secondary education or training in courses related to the financial services industry is highly desirable
1 year of loan related experience required
Ability to effectively communicate courteously and professionally in English (both written and oral) with customers and team members
Must have a basic understanding of debt to income, debit coverage ratio, balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and basic tax returns
Basic understanding of collateral such as real estate and equipment
Must project friendly, courteous, and professional image at all times
Effective listening skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Sound reasoning and judgment skills with the ability to problem solve and make proper decisions
Requires strong sales experience and the ability to handle high stress situations
Must be able to work in a team environment as well as promote the team concept in everyday actions
Ability to utilize all necessary software applications as well as Microsoft Office
Good interpersonal communication skills to effectively relate to all levels of the bank staff and customers
Must possess general knowledge of all banking services in order to match the needs of the customer with the best suited bank products/services
Company
Signature Bank of Arkansas
Founded in 2005, Signature Bank of Arkansas provides a full line of financial services to small businesses, families, and farms.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$21.23M2018-01-30Series Unknown· $9.23M
2017-01-11Series Unknown· $12M
Leadership Team
Gary Head
Chairman/CEO
Alexandria Gladden
Chief Operating Officer
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