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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$125K - $150K *

Elevate client relationships as a strategic leader, driving retention and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional service and develop high-performing teams focused on cl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Champion the evaluation of multifamily investment opportunities through advanced financial modeling, market analysis, and risk assessment. Leverage AI and data tools to enhance underwriting efficiency...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Unlock financial insights by managing cash flow and capital assets while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance company performance and drive strategic initiatives in treasury management...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$36K - $251K *

Drive client success by guiding them through the mortgage process, leveraging your expertise to build relationships and deliver exceptional service, while cultivating a robust referral network to achi...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $170K *

Pioneer your career by managing distressed commercial real estate loans, focusing on complex restructurings and maximizing recovery in NYC's rent-regulated multifamily sector. Leverage your expertise...

Albany, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $125K *

Drive strategic real estate transactions by managing leases, acquisitions, and dispositions for a diverse portfolio. Collaborate with teams to optimize deal terms and ensure alignment with client goal...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $172K *

Join our team to review and decide on small business loan requests, guiding junior underwriters and ensuring compliance with SBA policies while enhancing customer experiences and managing risks effect...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   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...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on residential mortgage origination. Lead initiatives to develop talent, manage loan processes, and ensure exceptional customer experiences while achieving...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the Home Equity Line of Credit division, overseeing staff and ensuring compliance with policies. Drive efficiency, manage risk, and implement training programs while fostering a high-performance...

Jefferson City, MORemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $248K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative financial products through our Banking as a Service platform, utilizing first principles thinking to create a user-focused experience while collaborating acros...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining mortgage banking! Drive growth by leveraging existing relationships and cultivating new ones. If you're an experienced Mortgage Banker, help transform the lending landsca...

Holmdel, NJRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K - $310K *

Shape the future of consumer banking by leading deposit pricing, P&L management, and analytics. Drive strategic decisions that enhance profitability and growth while building a high-performing team ac...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects that drive strategic goals. Oversee project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and stakeholder engagement while fostering collaboration acro...

St. Louis, MORemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$224K - $374K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic business development efforts for financial institutions. Collaborate with internal teams and partners to drive growth in wealth management solutions, ensuring cli...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$30K - $150K *

The Wholesale Account Executive is responsible for marketing wholesale and correspondent mortgage products to prospective brokers and managing established broker relationships. This role involves form...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Create your success by driving sales as a Loan Originator. Leverage your expertise in investment real estate to build strategic relationships and achieve exceptional results in a dynamic, fast-paced e...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving sales and fostering relationships in real estate lending. Leverage your expertise to exceed targets and enhance client experiences in a dynamic, fast-paced environmen...

Indianapolis, INRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career as you drive new business growth by leveraging your sales expertise to secure tailored financing solutions for real estate investors in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment...

Denver, CORemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive revenue growth and exceed sales targets by cultivating client relationships, targeting investment opportunities, and closing financing deals in the real estate sector. This role promises a dynam...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth and building lasting relationships in real estate financing. Navigate a fast-paced environment while leveraging industry expertise to secure lucrative loan opp...

Miami, FLRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join our dynamic team as a Loan Originator, leveraging your sales expertise to drive revenue growth and build relationships in the investment real estate sector, while achieving ambitious targets in a...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive business growth by leveraging sales expertise to secure new loans. Cultivate relationships with investors and brokers, while consistently exceeding sales targets within the fast-paced investment...

Hershey, PARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Develop strong client relationships and drive revenue growth as a Loan Originator, leveraging your sales acumen to exceed targets and identify financing opportunities in the investment real estate sec...

Burbank, CARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career forward as a Loan Originator, leveraging sales expertise to build lasting client relationships and exceed targets in the real estate investment sector. Join our fast-paced team and u...

Memphis, TNRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.