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Senior Business Relationship Manager

SAFE Credit Union
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 20 Feb 2026
💰 $150,000/yr($120,000/yr$150,000/yr)

About the role

Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00
THIS REQUIRES A LOCAL CANDIDATE - HYBRID 
Why SAFE?SAFE offers so much more than just full medical, vision, dental, 401k matching, HSA, and FSA! Learn more about how we support our workforce!
  • Professional Development Opportunities: Offering training programs, workshops, and mentorship.
  • Recognition and Appreciation: Regularly acknowledging employee achievements and contributions.
  • Flexible Work Arrangements: Providing options for remote work and flexible scheduling.
  • Positive Company Culture: Fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and supportive work environment.
  • Career Growth: Clear paths for career advancement and internal promotions.
  • Work-Life Balance: Encouraging a healthy balance between professional and personal life.
  • Employee Empowerment: Allowing employees to make decisions and have autonomy in their roles.
  • Space of Belonging: ERGs, YOUnity Council and a focus around diversity, equity inclusion and belonging.  
  • Wellness Programs: Promoting physical and mental health through wellness initiatives and resources.
  • Strong Leadership: Having leaders who inspire, support, and guide their teams effectively.
  • Sense of Purpose: Creating a sense of mission and aligning company goals with employees' personal values.
POSITION PURPOSEResponsible for acquiring, developing, and managing larger and more complex commercial banking relationships in support of SAFE Credit Union’s Commercial Lending strategy. This role executes an integrated sales, service, and relationship management approach by leveraging SAFE’s full suite of commercial lending, deposit, and treasury solutions to develop, retain, and responsibly manage a portfolio of business members. The Senior Business Relationship Manager is accountable for business development, credit analysis and structuring, relationship management, and ongoing portfolio and credit risk oversight to ensure portfolio quality, policy adherence, and consistently high-quality member experience. The position collaborates closely with internal partners and external referral sources to meet SAFE’s strategic objectives, optimize return to member, and preserve the safety and soundness of the credit portfolio.  ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES
  • Identify, develop, and manage commercial relationships through a disciplined sales and relationship management process that includes targeted prospecting, calling strategies, and regular follow-up activities. 
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for complex credit relationships and transactions, including construction, renovation, and higher-risk or special credit situations, ensuring timely reporting, monitoring, and issue resolution. 
  • Act as the primary liaison between business members and Credit Administration/Portfolio Management to ensure timely financial reporting, annual reviews, covenant compliance, and sound credit administration. 
  • Monitor assigned loan portfolios for performance trends, policy exceptions, and emerging risks; proactively engage with borrowers and internal partners to mitigate credit concerns. 
  • Participate in negotiation and management of past-due loans, workouts, and default situations in partnership with Credit Administration and Loan Servicing. 
  • Review applications and supporting credit information to assess overall credit viability and provide clear, well-documented recommendations to Credit Administration. 
  • Communicate credit decisions, including declinations, to members and prospects in accordance with SAFE policies and regulatory requirements. 
  • Develop and maintain a strong understanding of SAFE’s credit policies, underwriting standards, and risk guidelines to ensure consistent application and compliance. 
  • Partner cross-functionally with credit, operations, retail, and treasury management teams to deliver timely, coordinated solutions and an optimal member experience. 
  • Optimize portfolio profitability and member value by focusing on high-quality, relationship-based lending and deposit opportunities. 
  • Provide product expertise and consultative guidance

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