Small Business Credit Leader Banking

Our client, a leading financial institution, is seeking an accomplished Small Business Credit Professional to take on a high-impact leadership role within their Retail Small Business Lending Department. This individual must bring a strong track record in small business credit, including active lending authority of $1 million or more, and demonstrated success managing high-performing credit and servicing teams.

Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of credit managers and servicing professionals
• Align team objectives with the Banks strategic goals and risk appetite

Credit Underwriting & Oversight

• Conduct transactional underwriting with a focus on complex and high-dollar credits
• Provide subject matter expertise on C&I and CRE loan products with exposures up to $3MM

Training & Development

• Design and implement training programs to elevate team capabilities and ensure regulatory compliance

Performance & KPI Management

• Monitor department KPIs and ensure team performance consistently meets or exceeds benchmarks

Strategic Credit Direction

• Advise on portfolio strategy, renewal evaluations, and credit appetite refinements
• Provide ongoing coaching and guidance to ensure sound credit decisions

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Bachelors Degree required (Associate Degree plus 2 years of commensurate experience accepted in lieu)
• Experience: 10-15 years in banking/credit, with recent experience in a leadership capacity
• Lending Authority: Demonstrated lending authority of $1 million+ is required
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong familiarity with FDIC, OCC, and other banking regulations

Key Skills & Competencies

• Advanced credit evaluation and underwriting skills
• Proven leadership in credit and servicing environments
• Deep knowledge of Small Business Lending, especially in C&I and CRE sectors
• KPI development, implementation, and monitoring
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Commitment to delivering outstanding client service

If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for small business lending and a desire to lead from the front, we encourage you to apply. Join a forward-thinking institution where your expertise will directly shape credit strategy and operational excellence.

Position Title: Small Business Credit Leader
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Industry: Banking / Financial Services
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
Travel Requirement: Occasional
Employment Type: Full-Time On-Site

Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. (Sponsorship not available)

Compensation: $125,000 - $165,000 per year