Retail VP Business Development Officer -Edison, NJ

Business Development Officer -Edison, NJ
FinTrust Connect has partnered with a community-focused banking institution to identify a driven and relationship-oriented Business Development Officer (BDO). This role focuses on developing high-value commercial deposit and lending relationships through strategic networking and industry engagement.

Why this opportunity?

• Culture: Collaborative, growth-oriented environment with strong community engagement
• Workplace: Hybrid in Edison, NJ
• Function: Build and grow profitable commercial banking relationships through centers of influence and strategic industry targeting

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years in a Business Banking or Business Development Officer role at a commercial bank
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; formal small business credit training is a plus
• Strong knowledge of commercial banking products including deposits, lending, and cash management
• Proven experience sourcing business through networking and COIs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Description:

• Cultivate and manage relationships with Centers of Influence (COIs) to source commercial deposit, lending, and cash management opportunities
• Focus on deposit rich industries and companies with revenues exceeding $5 million
• Coordinate closely with Retail Management, Business Bankers, and Lending teams
• Gather, prepare, and present comprehensive loan packages for underwriting
• Cross-sell a full suite of commercial banking products and services
• Track business development activity and provide regular reporting
• Participate in community events and internal sales meetings to drive business development efforts
• Stay current on market conditions, products, and competitive activity