Job SummaryWe are seeking an RVP of Lending-Retail who will be responsible for driving growth and profitability in the designated market segment(s) by leading the development and execution of business development strategies. You will provide direct leadership to lending teams, execute sales, marketing, and credit coaching for agricultural loan products and related services, and actively develop relationships with key customers and prospects while working closely with other leaders and teams to identify and coordinate market opportunities, align specialized team resources, and ensure optimal customer experiences.
Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development:
- Lead the development and execution of the Association's business development strategies in the designated market segment(s). Work closely with other leaders and teams to assure a seamless approach to identify and coordinate market opportunities and align the most effective specialized team resources to deliver the optimal customer experience.
- Provide direct leadership to lending teams in the execution of sales, marketing, and credit coaching for agricultural loan products and related services in the designated market areas. Actively develop relationships with key customers and prospects across the assigned market segments.
- Actively involved in implementing changing marketplace delivery models to ensure that Association objectives are met. Responsible for executing product pricing strategies and product enhancements to tailor products to meet customer needs while achieving organizational goals.
- Develop and maintain a highly visible professional presence and serve as the primary point of contact for peer level relationships throughout the agricultural industry, Farm Credit System, and government sectors.
- Lead/serve on cross-functional and assigned standing teams.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cont.Credit Administration:
- Provide leadership, direction and counsel to the delivery of Association credit philosophy. Has direct involvement/understanding of key accounts, including monitoring of teams for compliance to credit procedures and policies.
- Hold team accountable for effective credit administration, and compliance with established procedures and policies. Counsel teammates to ensure an appropriate balance of growth, profitability and credit quality.
Travel TimeDaytime travel- 40%
Overnight travel- 15%
Education Requirements- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience, Business Administration, Agriculture, Economics or Finance - Preferred.
Years of Experience- 8+ years of experience including prior leadership experience, Marketing and sales of financial products and services.
- Ability to lead team members via remote methods to include phone, email and video conferencing with occasional faced-to-face interactions.
- Demonstrated ability to appropriately delegate work, empowering others to lead.
Why Us:For qualifying positions, we provide a competitive benefits package designed to support health and well-being, financial security, and work-life balance:
- Health Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement Plans: 401(k)
- Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and parental leave
- Additional Benefits: Life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness programs, tuition assistance, and short-term incentive pay
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