Explore Commercial Lender Jobs

Commercial lenders help businesses secure financing to operate, expand, and invest. They assess borrowers, structure loans, and manage client relationships while balancing growth opportunities with credit risk. Explore vetted commercial lender job opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Commercial Lenders Do

Commercial lenders work with companies of many sizes and across industries. Typical responsibilities include evaluating financial statements and cash flow, reviewing creditworthiness, recommending loan terms, preparing credit proposals, and coordinating underwriting and closing. They may also monitor loan performance, manage a portfolio, and identify additional financing needs for existing clients.

Common Commercial Lending Roles

Job titles in this field can include commercial relationship manager, business banking lender, commercial credit officer, senior loan officer, portfolio manager, and commercial underwriting manager. Responsibilities vary by employer, client segment, and lending specialty, such as middle-market, real estate, or small-business lending.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in commercial banking, credit analysis, loan structuring, or relationship management. Strong candidates are comfortable interpreting financial statements, assessing risk, communicating with business owners and executives, and collaborating with credit, legal, and operations teams. A degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field is common; some positions may value relevant certifications or advanced education.

Find Your Next Commercial Lending Opportunity

Commercial lender compensation depends on factors such as seniority, location, institution, portfolio size, and incentive structure. Browse Ladders for vetted commercial lending opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and compare roles that align with your experience and career goals.

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$100K - $200K *

Advance your career by guiding clients through the mortgage lending process. Leverage a robust support system and diverse loan products to build lasting relationships and drive business growth in a dy...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $160K *

Champion profitable growth by managing E&S commercial property and casualty underwriting. Leverage strong technical skills and relationships to assess risks, deliver competitive quotes, and optimize p...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing specialty construction portfolios, ensuring compliance with lending policies, and guiding borrowers through the construction loan process while mitigating risk...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's focused on building lasting client relationships by delivering tailored financial solutions. Leverage your banking expertise to drive growth while managing a diverse portfolio of co...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive business development and customer relations by counseling clients on banking needs. Lead initiatives to enhance sales, manage loan applications, and foster collaborative relationships while achi...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $190K *

Lead the charge in expanding and underwriting a profitable Surety portfolio across the Central Region. Collaborate with brokers and leverage expertise to enhance market presence while ensuring adheren...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Support corporate underwriting by conducting complex financial analyses and client interactions. Collaborate with senior leadership to design credit solutions that align with client needs while managi...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $250K *

Advance your career by building strong relationships and driving mortgage sales. As a key player, you'll interview clients, advise on loan options, and ensure a seamless application process while achi...

Johnston, RIRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $105K *

Help us evaluate mortgage applications and ensure compliance with regulations. As a Mortgage Loan Underwriter, you'll analyze financial documents and assess risk factors while supporting a seamless lo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Manage client engagements in credit risk services, providing tailored financial analysis and due diligence. Lead and mentor staff while driving business development and ensuring quality control across...

Conshohocken, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of loan servicing by leading a dedicated team in payment collections, compliance, and portfolio management. Drive process improvements and ensure exceptional borrower experiences whil...

Thousand Oaks, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming real estate financing by driving strategic sales, building vital relationships, and exceeding targets. This high-impact role thrives in a dynamic environment aimed at m...

Albuquerque, NMRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team eager for results-driven sales professionals. You'll capitalize on opportunities in investment real estate, building strategic client relationships while driving r...

Reno, NVRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engage with real estate investors to cultivate relationships and drive revenue growth while achieving monthly sales targets of $3 million or more in origination volume. Leverage industry insights to o...

St. Louis, MORemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engage in a high-impact sales role designed for motivated professionals. Drive revenue growth by cultivating strategic relationships and exceeding sales targets in the investment real estate sector, c...

Rochester, MNRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your sales career by driving revenue in real estate funding. Leverage your expertise to build client relationships and pursue lending opportunities, achieving high origination volumes in a...

West Palm Beach, FLRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to growth by driving sales and building relationships with real estate investors. Seek motivated professionals with a proven ability to achieve high origination volumes in a fast-paced lend...

Boise, IDRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive new business by building relationships with real estate investors and brokers, leveraging sales expertise to exceed targets and deliver tailored loan solutions in a fast-paced, high-impact envir...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Tackle the fast-paced world of real estate lending as a Loan Originator, driving revenue growth and building strategic relationships within the investment sector. Your sales acumen will create customi...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading the supervision of credit unions, ensuring compliance and risk assessment. Drive impactful change in Michigan's financial services while collaborating with a dynamic t...

Lansing, MIRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$83K - $116K *

Partner with us to drive business development in home improvement financing, fostering relationships with contractors and sponsors. Leverage your expertise to identify opportunities, enhance CRM proce...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$36K - $251K *

Drive client success by guiding them through the mortgage process, leveraging your expertise in loan programs and financial analysis to build lasting relationships and achieve their home financing goa...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth in safety solutions by leveraging your consultative sales expertise. You'll build executive relationships, manage complex sales cycles, and deliver tailored solutions...

Miamisburg, OHRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth in targeted markets by leveraging consultative sales expertise. Play a key role in building executive relationships and translating client challenges into impactful b...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Engage in strategic business development to drive growth in safety practices. Build executive relationships, manage complex sales cycles, and deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs while ex...

Houston, TXRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a commercial lender do?question toggle

    A commercial lender evaluates financing requests from businesses, analyzes credit and repayment capacity, structures loan terms, and manages borrower relationships and loan portfolios.

  • What qualifications are common for commercial lender jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for commercial banking or credit experience, financial statement analysis skills, knowledge of loan underwriting, and strong communication and relationship-management abilities. A degree in finance, accounting, business, or a related field is often preferred.

  • Which job titles are related to commercial lending?question toggle

    Related titles include commercial relationship manager, business banking lender, commercial loan officer, commercial credit officer, portfolio manager, and commercial underwriting manager.

  • How much can commercial lenders earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by role, experience, location, employer, and incentive plan. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles in commercial lending.

  • Where can I find commercial lender jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted commercial lender and related commercial banking openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specific requirements, compensation, and location.