Commercial Loan Officer
Build your portfolio. Lead with purpose. Lend where it matters.
A well-established, growth-minded community bank is seeking a Commercial Loan Officer to join its team in St. Charles, Illinois. This is a high-impact role for a relationship-driven lender who thrives in a flexible, local decision-making environment and wants to be part of a close-knit, mission-focused team.
What You’ll Do:
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Develop and grow a commercial loan portfolio focused on CRE, C&I, and construction lending
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Call on small to mid-sized businesses, commercial real estate developers, and local entrepreneurs
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Work closely with credit partners to structure deals and shepherd loans through the approval process
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Leverage your community ties and centers of influence to generate quality leads
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Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, offering tailored financing solutions that help them grow
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Contribute to strategic business development efforts across the St. Charles and greater Chicagoland area
What We’re Looking For:
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5–10+ years of commercial lending experience in a community or regional bank environment
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Strong knowledge of credit, underwriting, and deal structuring in the $500K–$5MM range
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Experience with construction or affordable housing lending is a plus
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Existing COI network in the western suburbs or St. Louis metro area preferred
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Self-starter who can build and manage a pipeline independently, with support from leadership
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Passion for community banking and long-term relationship building
Why This Role:
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Local credit decision-making and direct access to leadership
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Flexible structure—build your portfolio your way
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Community-driven culture where your work makes a visible impact
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Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
If you’re ready to step into a high-visibility lending role with a bank that truly values its people and its communities, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply confidentially by contacting Crystal Fryers at 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.
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