Commercial Loan Officer

Commercial Loan Officer

A well-established Louisiana community bank is seeking an experienced Commercial Loan Officer to join its growing lending team. This is an excellent opportunity for a proven lender who enjoys building long-term relationships, structuring sound credit, and playing a meaningful role in the local business community. LPO Office and potential for growth into a Market President position.

Position Overview

The Commercial Loan Officer will be responsible for developing and managing a commercial loan portfolio while serving as a trusted advisor to business owners and professionals across the market. The ideal candidate brings strong production history, disciplined credit skills, and a relationship-first mindset. Knowledge of opening LPO's a plus.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage a portfolio of commercial loans, including C&I, owner-occupied CRE, and investor real estate

Proactively generate new business through referrals, networking, and community involvement

Structure credit requests, analyze financial statements, and present loans for approval

Partner closely with credit administration, underwriting, and loan operations teams

Maintain strong asset quality and portfolio performance

Cross-sell deposit, treasury management, and other bank services

Represent the bank professionally within the local business community

Qualifications

Minimum of 5 years of commercial lending experience in a bank or credit environment

Proven ability to originate and manage commercial relationships

Strong understanding of credit analysis, cash flow, and risk management

Experience working within a community or regional bank preferred

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Excellent communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills

What the Bank Offers

Competitive base salary with a performance-based incentive plan

Strong local decision-making and credit support

Stable, relationship-driven culture with long-tenured leadership

Opportunity to grow an existing book and expand market presence

Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid time off