VP, Commercial Lender

Job DetailsJob Location: Clayton - Clayton, MO 63105Position Type: Full TimeJob Category: Commercial LendingVice President, Commercial Lender

Clayton Branch | Bank of Washington

Build Relationships. Grow a Market. Shape the Future.

We are seeking a Vice President, Commercial Lender for our Clayton branch who is energized by building relationships and growing both a portfolio and a career.

This role is ideal for a driven commercial banker who thrives on networking, business development, and community presence, and who sees long-term opportunity in helping shape a key market for the bank.

This is more than managing loans—it’s about creating opportunity.

You’ll have the autonomy to:

Build and expand a commercial loan portfolio
Become a trusted advisor to local business owners
Actively grow the Bank of Washington brand in Clayton and surrounding communities
Position yourself for continued career growth within a growing community bank

We’re looking for someone with ambition, strong potential, and the desire to grow—someone who wants to make an impact, not just maintain a book of business.

Responsibilities:

Develop business relationships by actively networking and engaging with business owners, professional advisors, and community leaders
Identify, pursue, and close new lending opportunities, including business loans, lines of credit, SBA loans, and deposit relationships
Serve as a trusted financial advisor, delivering flexible, competitive solutions tailored to clients’ needs
Underwrite and structure credit requests, including financial analysis, credit memos, pricing, and terms
Partner with internal credit and operations teams to deliver a seamless client experience
Manage and monitor your loan portfolio, ensuring strong credit quality and proactive risk management
Represent the bank in the community, participating in business organizations, events, and local initiatives

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required
Prior experience in Commercial Lending, Financial Services, and/or Outside Sales
Strong understanding of credit analysis, loan structuring, and risk management
Proven ability—or strong potential—to develop new business relationships
Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through skills

Why Bank of Washington:

Community-focused bank that reinvests locally
Relationship-driven culture with high standards of integrity and character
Opportunity to grow in a visible, high-impact role
Supportive leadership and collaborative environment
A platform for long-term professional growth

You’ll be successful here if you:

Are motivated by relationship-building and business development
Enjoy being visible and connected in the community
Think entrepreneurially about growing a market and a portfolio
Balance growth with strong credit judgment
See your career as a long-term journey, not just a job

Ready to Grow With Us?

If you’re energized by networking, passionate about helping businesses succeed, and motivated by the opportunity to grow a meaningful commercial banking career in Clayton, we’d love to talk.

The Bank of Washington is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

 
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