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.
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$90K - $110K *
Champion underwriting excellence by leading a high-performing team to ensure compliance and optimize loan processing outcomes while driving team productivity and customer satisfaction...
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$120K - $240K *
Join us to empower families by providing essential mortgage protection coverage. Leverage our training and support to connect with clients, assess their needs, and present tailored solutions in a flex...
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AVP, Commercial Liability Claims
$100K - $120K *
Engage collaboratively to provide expert claims advocacy and management for complex general liability claims. Ensure exceptional client service and effective resolution strategies while maintaining th...
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Drive success by building relationships and selling digital solutions to large dealership groups. Leverage your expertise in the dealership industry to identify opportunities, navigate complex organiz...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in driving sales execution and customer satisfaction by managing a team of Builder Account Managers. Foster strong relationships, ensure policy adherence, and identify opportunities fo...
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$80K - $95K *
Optimize partnership strategies to drive revenue growth and market expansion. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to create co-selling opportunities, enhance market reach, and deliver actionable ins...
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$111K - $145K *
Lead transformative IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate across departments to translate business needs into actionable plans while mana...
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$102K - $193K *
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Senior Executive Administrator
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in providing high-level administrative support to senior leaders, managing complex schedules, facilitating strategic initiatives, and ensuring effective communication across department...
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$95K - $158K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving client acquisition and retention in the small and mid-sized pharmaceutical market. Manage relationships, develop strategies, and achieve sales targets while col...
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Senior Accountant, AP - Dealer Receivables
$80K - $95K *
Manage dealer receivables by ensuring accurate accounting, reporting, and financial controls. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, drive automation, and maintain compliance while suppo...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Help us drive growth in the Midstream sector by building strong customer relationships, generating revenue, and developing strategic sales initiatives to enhance our market presence and profitability...
2 days ago
Automotive Business Consultant- North Indiana and Chicago
$80K *
Drive sales growth by developing strategic relationships and solutions in North Indiana and Northeast Chicago. This role demands 80% overnight travel to achieve profitability goals and enhance market...
2 weeks ago
Sales Executive - Transactional Print
$85K - $182K *
Join a team that's driving growth in transactional print sales by identifying opportunities, building client relationships, and closing deals to deliver innovative solutions that enhance client succes...
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Take ownership of key portfolio metrics, driving informed financial strategies and monitoring risks. Collaborate across teams to develop insights and tools, ensuring seamless operational execution and...
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Strategic Account Manager, Roofing - Southeast Territory (FL)
$85K - $100K *
Join a team that's driving growth in premium roofing products by building strategic relationships with key industry players, expanding market share, and providing innovative solutions while managing a...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of financial leadership by driving strategic analysis, managing budgets, and enhancing operational processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals and opt...
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Sr. Procurement Operations Manager
$178K - $237K *
Drive operational excellence in procurement by leading AI-enhanced processes, managing a high-performing team, and ensuring compliance across vendor management and purchase workflows to optimize effic...
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Account Executive - Data Center
$100K - $150K *
Unlock potential by driving revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives in data center security solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop customer relationships and achieve...
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Product Manager, File and Remit
$120K - $145K *
Transform the future of tax compliance by building a scalable filing platform and remittance infrastructure, enabling seamless global transactions and automation for international sellers. Drive innov...
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Institutional Business Manager - Detroit, MI
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate growth by developing strategic plans to engage key healthcare stakeholders across diverse medical settings, driving sales success and fostering relationships in a dynamic environment...
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Renewal Risk Engineer - Management Liability
$120K - $160K *
The Renewal Risk Engineer will be responsible for underwriting and managing a renewal book of Management Liability and Professional Liability business. This role involves evaluating risk exposures, pr...
Reposted 4 days ago
$250K - $290K *
Champion growth by developing best-in-class business practices, leading a high-performing new business team, managing pipeline opportunities, and fostering strategic partnerships with leadership to dr...
Reposted 1 week ago
Automotive Business Consultant- Nebraska Market
$80K - $95K *
Engage with clients through consultative sales, developing relationships to drive profitability and market penetration in the Nebraska region while ensuring exceptional customer service and solution-b...
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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.