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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$90K - $168K *
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Lead the charge in managing complex M&A projects and cross-functional initiatives, driving execution from planning to completion while fostering collaboration and alignment among diverse stakeholders...
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Senior Executive Director Finance
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Strategize financial operations and enhance reporting accuracy while leading the finance team. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive financial sustainability and operational efficiency across bu...
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Field Service Engineer- Iowa Territory
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Transform enterprise sales by leading AI-driven solutions for global FS/Banking brands. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive client success and evolve operations, ensuring measurable outco...
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Business Development Director I, Early Drug Development
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Shape the future of Crop Protection & Chemicals by driving sales and fostering client relationships. Utilize strategic insights and collaboration to achieve targets and expand market presence while ma...
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Lead the charge in strategic account management, driving growth through strong customer partnerships in the Beauty & Fragrance sector. Utilize your expertise to identify opportunities, develop innovat...
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Senior Director, Energy Engineering Management
$150K - $180K *
Contribute to strategic leadership in engineering management, aligning execution with business goals. Drive portfolio success, enhance client satisfaction, and empower teams to optimize performance in...
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Engage with clients as a trusted partner, driving satisfaction and growth through effective management of healthcare operations and strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance service d...
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Join a team that's dedicated to empowering clients with tailored mortgage protection solutions. This role offers flexibility and mentorship, allowing you to connect, advise, and support clients while...
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Champion the successful delivery of complex tech and business initiatives. Lead multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment, ensuring projects meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality require...
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Major Accounts Executive, West
$150K - $180K *
Pioneer growth in strategic enterprise accounts by navigating complex sales cycles, building consensus among security-focused stakeholders, and closing multi-year contracts in a competitive market. Dr...
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Senior National Account Executive
$110K - $130K *
Champion business growth by driving sales initiatives across key markets. Collaborate with teams to develop and implement strategic plans, generate leads, and maintain strong client relationships to e...
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Sr. Financial Analyst, Corporate FP&A- Remote near Cleveland, OH
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's redefining corporate finance by driving P&L analysis, guiding capital allocation, and supporting M&A efforts in a fast-paced, remote environment. Collaborate with leaders to shape s...
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$75K - $90K *
Analyze pharmacy claims audits to ensure compliance with PBM contracts. Contribute to data quality checks, financial evaluations, and operational efficiencies while collaborating with internal teams a...
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$144K - $216K *
Join a team that's focused on driving sales excellence by leading and developing a regional sales force. Utilize strategic insights and data to achieve ambitious goals while fostering strong customer...
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Champion innovation by leading the engineering org, guiding tech strategy, and enhancing collaboration that leverages AI to boost efficiency and quality in software development...
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Business Development Director, OEM Partnerships
$135K - $160K *
Transform OEM partnerships by driving strategic growth and innovative solutions. Leverage market insights and relationship-building skills to negotiate impactful deals and collaborate with senior lead...
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Account Director II- Large Enterprise
$107K - $143K *
Drive new enterprise sales by developing relationships, maximizing customer satisfaction, and implementing strategic sales plans to achieve revenue goals while managing forecast and opportunity funnel...
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Business Development Manager, Direct Markets
$90K - $110K *
Innovate client connections by driving new business growth within the automotive dealer segment. This role empowers seasoned sales professionals to leverage dealership performance insights and portfol...
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Business Development Manager, Direct Markets
$90K - $110K *
Engage as a Business Development Manager focused on driving new business growth in the automotive dealer sector. Utilize your sales expertise to build relationships, manage accounts, and deliver innov...
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$103K - $123K *
Drive growth by managing a sales territory, building relationships, and generating premium. Leverage existing partnerships while prospecting new agencies to achieve targets and expand market presence...
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$70K - $115K *
Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on healthcare compliance auditing. Utilize your analytical skills to drive impactful audits and contribute to client deliverables while receiving...
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Sr. Real Estate Development Manager
$120K - $160K *
Transform real estate opportunities by leading market evaluations, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to optimize portfolio growth and cost management across multiple regions...
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What does a commercial lender do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.