What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Officer I position at Simmons Bank?
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Business Development Officer I is responsible for soliciting new business to the bank with a focus on specific department products / services; i.e. Specialty Lending, Treasury Management, Wealth Management, etc., as well as cross-selling other lines of business to existing customers. This position is responsible for identifying correct products / services and proposing knowledgeable solutions for clients to enhance their business or portfolios.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Solicits new banking relationships for the bank with a focus on applicable department products / services.
- Makes cold calls to prospective customers, generates prospect lists, and cultivates referral sources.
- Manages personal or commercial business relationships and remains the first point of contact for customers and ensure growth of business for the applicable department.
- Cross-sells new and existing customers across all lines of business that Simmons Bank offers.
- Ensures appropriate handoff of new business and appropriate follow up for effective retention.
- Participates in and represents Simmons Bank at various professional, civic, and community activities.
- Assists, as needed, by guiding customers with processes for optimizing sales / profits while minimizing any losses to the bank.
- Responsible for staying current on all industry issues and regulations applicable to the duties of the position.
- Ensures that all departmental documents and activities are performed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures as applicable to this position, including completion of required compliance training.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.
Skills
Education and / or Experience
Computer Skills
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Other Qualifications (including physical requirements)
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