A growing financial institution is seeking an experienced Small Business Banking Relationship Manager to join its Grand Rapids team. This role is ideal for a banker with strong credit skills and a passion for developing relationships with small business clients. You’ll be responsible for acquiring, retaining, and expanding loan, deposit, and treasury relationships while working in a supportive, community-focused banking culture.
Manage and grow a portfolio of small business clients (generally under $5M in revenue).
Drive results through new business development, cross-sales, and client retention.
Structure and underwrite credit requests, partnering with analysts to ensure accurate and timely completion of credit packages.
Execute portfolio management responsibilities, including renewals, monitoring, and ongoing client support.
Build referral partnerships with internal colleagues and external centers of influence.
Participate in business development activities, community events, and networking functions.
Support organizational goals around loan growth, deposit growth, fee income, and CRA objectives.
Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, accounting, or related field.
Completion of formal bank credit training preferred.
Minimum 5 years of combined credit and lending experience.
Proven track record in B2B, small business banking, or consultative sales within financial services.
Strong credit analysis skills with ability to structure and manage lending relationships.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
Competitive base salary with discretionary bonus eligibility.
Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement plan with match, paid time off, and additional employee programs.
Monday–Friday schedule with occasional after-hours networking and client events.
Opportunity to work in a relationship-driven, community-focused banking environment.
Direct visibility with leadership and the ability to make an impact in a growing market.
Balanced focus on business development and portfolio management.
Competitive compensation, strong benefits, and long-term career growth potential.
To Apply: Submit your resume in confidence or 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.
