Commercial Banker

Responsible for soliciting,
negotiating, underwriting, and coordinating the closing of routine consumer and
commercial loans. Examines, evaluates,
and authorizes or recommends approval of customer loan applications. Also promotes business for the Bank by developing
new commercial and consumer business growth and cross-selling opportunities.

* Interview loan applicants and request required
information for determining a credit decision.

* Conduct credit
analysis to support granting loan approval within assigned lending authority or
prior to requesting approval from a co-approving officer.

* Ensure loan
agreements and other pertinent documentation are complete and accurate
according to policy.

* Compile loan
package and facilitate negotiation of loan structure with applicant, including
fees, loan repayment options, and other credit terms.

* Serve as primary contact in responding to customer and
non-customer inquiries relative to loan and deposit products, rates,
procedures, etc.

* Demonstrate knowledge of Bank loan products and services
including real estate, construction and development, working capital lines,
equipment, and vehicle.

* Follow bank
policies and procedures, security guidelines, and comply with all federal,
state and local regulations. Includes
coordinating with legal counsel and bank operating departments to ensure
adherence to laws and regulations relating to new and/or revised bank products
and services.

* Assume ownership
of customer problems to achieve resolution.

* Promote business
for the Bank by maintaining good customer relations and referring customers to
appropriate staff for new services using
Bank-endorsed techniques and processes.

* Assist in attaining established Bank and branch goals through active
participation in sales management and officer call programs. Includes promoting
and cross-selling other Bank products and services as appropriate for customer
requirements.

* Identify and
analyze potential loan markets to develop commercial loan and deposit
prospects.

* Support the activities of the assigned banking office including
consulting with tellers and customer service representatives and granting
officer approval of transactions as appropriate.

* Support the Bank's CRA Officer by reporting CRA data.

* Engage in community involvement and civic activities
and, at times, take a leadership role in such organizations.

* Bachelor's degree, or at least 5 years of related
experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Effective oral and written communication skills.

* Ability to speak effectively before groups.

* Ability to compute basic to moderately complex math
calculations.

* Basic problem-solving and analytical skills. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions
furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

* Proficiency in using personal computers and office
products (e.g., Word, Excel).

* Ability to underwrite and properly package a loan.

* Attendance in SC Bankers
School curriculum or similar course work preferred.