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Senior Commercial Loan Assistant
Location: Brentwood, Lebanon, Murfreesboro, Nashville, or Mt Juliet TN (Onsite)
Status: Full-Time, Hourly Non-Exempt
Why Join First Financial Bank?
At First Financial Bank, strong commercial banking relationships are built on exceptional service, attention to detail, and operational excellence. As a Senior Commercial Loan Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting Commercial Lenders and helping ensure commercial clients receive timely, accurate, and responsive service.
This role is ideal for an experienced banking professional who enjoys managing multiple priorities, working collaboratively with lenders and clients, and contributing to the success of a growing commercial portfolio. Your work will directly support relationship management, loan administration, and the overall customer experience.
What You’ll Do
- Support commercial relationships: Assist Commercial Lenders in managing client relationships and providing exceptional service throughout the lending process.
- Prepare loan documentation: Coordinate and prepare term sheets, commitment letters, and other documentation supporting commercial lending activities.
- Assist with portfolio management: Support annual reviews, documentation updates, and ongoing portfolio maintenance activities.
- Coordinate loan administration: Help ensure loan files, records, and documentation remain accurate, complete, and current.
- Monitor compliance requirements: Support adherence to bank policies, procedures, regulatory guidelines, and documentation standards.
- Manage multiple priorities: Balance a high volume of work while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
- Collaborate with internal teams: Partner with lenders, credit personnel, and operations teams to support commercial lending objectives.
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
- Minimum of five years of experience in commercial loan processing, administration, servicing, or documentation
- Knowledge of commercial loan documentation and portfolio administration
- Experience with Laser Pro Documentation and Fiserv systems preferred
- Understanding of financial institution policies, procedures, compliance requirements, and regulatory guidelines preferred
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and spreadsheet applications
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 75% of an eight (8) hour workday
- Ability to review information and details at close range (within a few feet)
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment throughout the workday
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and employer-paid life and disability insurance.
- Financial Perks:401(k) match, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and banking benefits.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, including 11 Federal Reserve bank holidays.
- Growth Opportunities: Tuition assistance and professional development programs.
- A Supportive Culture: Integrity, collaboration, innovation, and respect are at the heart of what we do.
Who We Are
First Financial Bank is a dynamic financial institution with over $6 billion in assets and a proud history dating back to 1834. With more than 75 banking centers across five states, we are committed to empowering our clients, fostering personal growth, and building community.
Joining First Financial Bank means becoming part of a legacy where your work directly contributes to the stability and growth of the communities we serve. Here, you are more than an employee; you are an essential member of a team dedicated to living out the values of "One First" every day. Be part of a bank that values your contributions and invests in your future!
Ready to Join Us?
Apply now and take the next step in your banking career! We review all applications and will respond promptly.
First Financial Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, military and/or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes.