Senior Commercial Relationship Manager

Job Summary: This banking professional manages client and prospect relationships within the Commercial Banking Group and assists in growing the bank’s revenue as directed by senior management by successfully prospecting for new business and retaining and expanding existing customer relationships. The Commercial Relationship Manager III focuses on delivery of credit and a broad range of product and service solutions. They will approve loans within assigned limits, manages loan and portfolio credit quality, sources prospects and develop new customer relationships.   Responsibilities and Duties: Identifies, prioritizes, and develops relationship strategy for high-value retention, expansion clients and acquisition targets Delivers knowledgeable advice and solutions, institutionalizes client relationships, and optimizes revenue opportunities to the Commercial Bank at Veritex Isolates current and emerging client needs and proactively introduces solutions Works with relevant business partners in team-based portfolio development and expertise delivery Plans and executes quality client/prospect calls Manages transaction processes from initial engagement through final close, including structure, pricing, internal approval / compliance processes and documentation Exercises credit acumen and pricing discipline   Job Skills and Qualifications: 5 or more years of commercial lending experience Strong relationship management and business development/sales skills Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills Considerable knowledge of credit and credit quality Thorough knowledge of bank products and services Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups in managing customer relationships Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills Strong negotiation and oral and written communication skills Positive reputation and network of industry contacts