Jr. Business Banker (Hybrid, IL)
The Jr. Business Banker role at Confidential Client is an entry-level position focused on developing expertise in credit analysis, underwriting, treasury management, and portfolio management while supporting business banking clients. This hybrid role involves collaborating with client-facing and operational teams to manage client portfolios, deliver financial solutions, and assist in business development efforts to strengthen client relationships and generate referrals.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Accounting & Finance.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Jr. Business Banker (hybrid) to develop skills in credit analysis, underwriting, treasury management and portfolio support while completing formal credit training. This role partners with client-facing and operational teams and will gain exposure across business banking functions. Responsibilities include:
- Learns and uses nCino to handle customer requests, loan renewals, portfolio reviews and portfolio-management tasks
- Assist with commercial credit analysis: review credit reports, personal/business financial statements, tax returns, appraisals, property inspections and environmental reports
- Help prepare loan presentations and packages for appropriate approval authorities
- Support underwriting and documentation review for applications submitted through the Numerated platform
- Provide timely communication and support to business banking teammates and partners to ensure customer requests and credit decisions are processed efficiently
- Research prospective clients (internet research, bank and trade references) to support business development and prospecting activities
- Work with portfolio managers to monitor covenants, controls and portfolio health
- Manage an assigned portfolio of business banking clients as experience grows; assess credit, lending and treasury needs and identify cross-sell opportunities
- Partner with Branch Managers to generate referrals, pursue new business and support sales calls
- Support community networking and prospecting to build referral sources
- Ensure compliance with bank policies, procedures and risk-management standards
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field preferred
- 0–2 years of relevant experience; 1+ year of credit analyst experience preferred
- Strong analytical and organizational skills; attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; comfortable networking and building relationships
- Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with nCino or Numerated is a plus
- Self-motivated, able to work collaboratively across stakeholders and manage priorities
- Demonstrated problem-solving, change management and project implementation capabilities
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $72,000 to $80,000 per year + commission (range provided by Confidential Client; final pay is based on experience, education and other factors)
- Benefits include a competitive comprehensive benefits package, incentive/recognition programs, equity purchase plan and 401(k) contribution (subject to eligibility)
- Formal credit training and professional development opportunities to accelerate a career in business banking
Work Environment & Physical Demands
- Hybrid work model: a mix of remote and in-office days based on business needs; specific schedule to be discussed during interview
- Typical office environment: frequent sitting, walking and standing; occasional stooping, kneeling or balancing
- Requires standard use of office equipment and interpersonal communication (phone, in-person and electronic)
Additional Notes
- This position is posted for a Confidential Client in the Accounting & Finance industry.
- Confidential Client is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you require accommodations during the recruiting process, please contact the hiring organization directly.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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