Commercial Lender I

Text "2507" to (309) 322-9911 to apply.

Wage Range: Min: $68,970 Mid: $88,585 Max: $108,199

A Brief Overview

Solicits and services a variety of smaller commercial and/or agricultural loans. Interviews applicants and obtains information regarding earnings and financial condition to evaluate the applicant's creditworthiness. Approves or denies loan within established limits or refers loan to designated members of Senior Management for approval. May assist more experienced loan officers with larger or more complex loans. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed.

Commercial Lender I - Manages a portfolio of up to 150 notes consisting of small business and/or agricultural loans, and smaller/noncomplex CRE loans, with average total loan portfolio balances of less than $10MM generally in a smaller Heartland market and has yet to demonstrate consistent business development skills.

What you will do

• Engage in business development activities and solicitation of new business; actively involved in instilling and maintaining a positive sales environment through education of the Bank’s products and services.
• Gather and analyze all information necessary to present a financing request to Senior Management for approval; meet with existing or potential customers; visit sites of loans; negotiate loan terms and conditions; approve loans within established lending limits or refer and recommend approval to designated members of Senior Management and/or the Chief Credit Officer.
• Coordinate processing of approved loans; ensure loans are processed according to agreement, customer needs and conform to Bank lending policies; obtain sufficient information and/or documentation from customers; solve problems and ensure maintenance relative to processing and servicing of loans within his or her portfolio; approve loan disbursements in accordance with agreements; Negotiate, underwrite and process renewals of credit facilities.
• Authorize commitment, engagement, auction, and decline letters.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of financial industry, economy, market conditions, rates, vendors and competition.
• Responsible for meeting annual loan and deposit growth goals assigned by Senior Management.
• Assume responsibility for special projects; gathers data and prepares reports for Senior Management, audits and other personnel.
• Review NSF and overdraft reports for customers assigned within his or her portfolio; approve or decline such exceptions within established lending limits.

Other Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Who We Are

Heartland Bank and Trust Company is headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois. With 70+ locations throughout Illinois and Eastern Iowa, Heartland continues to grow and is committed to preserving strong ties to our communities, customers, employees, and shareholders.

Heartland Bank’s mission is to “create value for the customer, earn a profit for the Bank, and have fun doing it!” At Heartland, employees have the opportunity to make a difference every day.

What We Offer

At Heartland Bank, we offer a competitive benefits package to provide you with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about what benefits we have to offer.

Physical Demands

• Regularly: Sitting, Feeling/Touching, Talking, Hearing, Vision - close peripheral, depth
• Frequently: Standing, Walking, Grasping/Reaching - with arms and hands, Repetitive Motions
• Occasionally: Climbing and/or Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, and/or Crawling, Lifting (30 lbs.)

Equal Opportunities and Accommodations Statement

Heartland Bank is deeply committed to creating a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.

Salary Disclaimer

The salary range represents the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Heartland Bank considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The salary range minimum, midpoint, and maximum listed above represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and pay grade. Starting pay typically starts between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The Bank offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture.