Market President and Community Banking Sales Leader - Colorado Springs, CO

Market President/Community Banking Sales Leader

At Vectra Bank, the Rocky Mountain region is a part of who we are, and we understand why families and businesses choose to live, grow, and play here. Consistently recognized as a Top Workplace by The Denver Post, we offer our customers and employees the best of both worlds: broad reach and depth of financial resources alongside unparalleled personal attention. At Vectra, we think creatively of shaping custom financial solutions for those raising a family or creating the next great local business. We are as passionate about business as we are about success.  

At Vectra, we’re committed to making our company a great place to work and grow your career. We seek dedicated employees whose diversity, talent, drive, and innovative ideas add value to our customers, our colleagues and to our communities. At Vectra, we actively listen to our employees and our customers, initiate contact, provide solutions, and proactively focus on building relationships – not increasing transactions. We do this by offering technology and resources typically only found within larger banks and combining those resources with an exceptional level of service more commonly associated with community banks and smaller financial institutions. We personify this difference through our tagline: Big Enough to Count / Small Enough to Care.  

With benefits starting on day one, over 11 bank holidays, and a company committed to career growth and advancement, Vectra is dedicated to being an employer of choice in our industry and community. At Vectra Bank, the possibilities are endless – come for a job, stay for a career.  

We personify this difference through our tagline: Big Enough to Count / Small Enough to Care^tm.

Vectra Bank Colorado is on the lookout for a dynamic Market President, Community Banking Sales Leader to lead a team of Commercial and Business Bankers in the Colorado Springs area. This role involves partnering with the local Community Bank team and driving departmental goals with a proactive approach, alongside the following responsibilities.

What are we looking for?

Oversees a team of Commercial and Business Banking Relationship Managers handling a portfolio of commercial and business banking accounts. Provides functional guidance to subordinate officers. Responsible for generating and managing a diverse range of commercial loans and portfolios. Actively seeks and secures high-quality new business through client and prospect calls, referrals, and cross-selling efforts. Requires expertise in applicant interviewing, character assessment, loan structuring, credit analysis, and credit performance monitoring. Focuses on building and maintaining relationships to ensure high customer satisfaction.

Advises top management on long-term strategic planning. Acts as a key spokesperson in their field of expertise. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills to motivate employees and influence senior management. Financial responsibilities include creating and maintaining business loans, particularly mid-to-large loans that may be complex. Regularly interacts with internal and external clients on high-level and sensitive matters, as well as routine issues. May take on lead or consulting roles. Provides excellent customer service through clear communication, approachability, and expert knowledge of all processes.

This position is responsible for: 

·         Will oversees commercial and business banking relationship managers, addressing customers' business needs and strategies.

·         Provides financial counseling, advice, and expertise in complex loan structuring and strategic business planning.

·         Meets clients' needs by cross-selling suitable products and creating a value-driven package of products and services using a comprehensive range of bank services.

·         Cultivates new relationships both internally and externally.

·         Approves and/or recommends loan packages within designated limits.

·         Manages the credit portfolio, ensuring acceptable credit quality and loan profitability.

·         Continuously updates personal knowledge of bank products and services, as well as relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies and procedures.

·         Performs other duties as assigned.

Required: 

·         A bachelor's degree is required, along with at least 4 years of experience in credit-associated lending or 7 years of directly related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.

·         Demonstrates expert and comprehensive application of principles, theories, and concepts in the relevant field, with extensive knowledge of related areas.

·         Possesses expert knowledge in credit-associated lending, financial strategy, and customer development.

·         Will have significant experience in Commercial and Business Banking Credit Analysis and presentations.

·         Exhibits keen character judgment.

·         Expert in expanding client relationships and increasing product sales.

·         Highly skilled in sales.

·         Capable of structuring loans and monitoring credit performance for both self and team.

·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

·         Advanced understanding of applicable lending policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

·         Proficient in software applications, including word processing and spreadsheets.

You have to want to be a part of a motivated and driven team and work under respected leaders. We need someone who is proactive, who has a great attitude, who is confident and wants to work with professional people and will inspire them to achieve the department initiatives.  

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $140,000 - $200,000 annually depending on job-related factors.  Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors such as but not limited to, level of experience, skills, expertise, location, education, and certifications.

Benefits:  

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!  
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance 
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts 
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays 
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience 
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions 
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees 
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products