Lending Officer conducts lending activities for an assigned market or geographic area. Develops a pipeline of customers through referrals, inquiries, and outreach. Being a Lending Officer performs a due diligence review of potential borrowers, including a risk and financial analysis. Structures loan proposals, prepares credit memos, and presents to loan committee for approval. Additionally, Lending Officer may manage a portfolio of existing loans, including reviewing financial reporting, monitoring compliance with loan terms, and handling loan modifications or workouts. Ensures adherence to regulations, bank credit policies, and procedures. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Lending Officer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Lending Officer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Purpose:
While projecting a professional image; interacts with new and existing customers and match services that best fit their individual needs. Respond to inquiries and resolve issues.
Exercise independent discretion and judgment in soliciting, negotiating, underwriting, coordinating, and management of new and existing client base of business including portfolio management. Has authority to make independent lending decisions on all bank loan products. Provides consultation to clients and makes lending decisions on behalf of the bank in matters relating to financial significance.
Contacts customers, businesses, community organizations, and civic groups to promote goodwill and generate new business.
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