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Commercial Lender / Relationship Manager in Rockford

Date Posted: Monday, February 23, 2026

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Commercial Lender / Relationship Manager

Commercial Lender / Relationship Manager – Community Bank
Commercial Banking | Relationship Management | Lending

If you’re a commercial banker who values relationships over volume, this may be worth a look.

A well-capitalized community bank is seeking a Commercial Lender / Relationship Manager to support continued growth in its local market. This role offers autonomy, strong internal credit support, and the ability to build meaningful client relationships.

What This Role Involves

  • Developing and managing commercial banking relationships

  • Structuring commercial loan opportunities aligned with credit standards

  • Partnering closely with credit and leadership teams

  • Serving local businesses with a relationship-driven approach

Why Bankers Respond

  • Local decision-making and leadership access

  • Supportive credit culture

  • Competitive base salary plus incentive

  • Long-term stability with growth opportunity

Background That Aligns Well

  • Commercial banking or commercial lending experience

  • Understanding of credit and relationship management

  • Community or relationship-based banking background

Keywords: Commercial Lender, Commercial Banker, Relationship Manager, Commercial Loan Officer, Community Bank, C&I Lending, CRE Lending

Confidential search representing multiple opportunities across Illinois. For more information contact: crystal.fryers@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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