Manager, SME- Commercial

Overview

Join to apply for the Manager, SME- Commercial role at National Bank of Canada. A career as a Manager, SME in our Langley commercial banking team is to act as a trusted financial partner for commercial clients. This role focuses on business development, relationship management, and understanding of credit assessment to positively impact the organization.

Responsibilities

• Ensure outstanding client experiences at every interaction, in line with National Bank’s brand promise.
• Meet the objectives of growing a diversified commercial portfolio with average loan and deposit volumes under $5MM.
• Proactively identify, pursue, and onboard new commercial clients to realize business development strategies.
• Deliver full-service banking and financial solutions by collaborating with internal partners.
• Understand clients’ business needs and provide tailored financial solutions to accompany and influence them.
• Identify opportunities for cross-selling and referrals to other bank partners.
• Participate in risk management by assessing credit applications in collaboration with the commercial credit team.

Your team

Within the Commercial Banking sector, you are part of a team of commercial banking professionals, reporting to the Senior Manager, Red Deer. The team emphasizes client-centric service, collaboration, and expertise in commercial lending, with a focus on flexibility and quality of life. Tools and training support ongoing development.

Qualifications

Basic requirements

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in commerce, finance, accounting, or a related field and 5+ years of experience in commercial lending or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience developing and implementing successful sales and business development strategies.
• Expertise in financial analysis, credit risk assessment, and relationship management.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to optimize profitability of client relationships.
• Knowledge of business modeling and financial software tools is an asset.
• Willingness to travel locally for client meetings.

Benefits and culture

In addition to competitive compensation, you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and that of your family, including:

• Health and wellness program
• Flexible group insurance
• Generous pension plan
• Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Preferential banking services
• Opportunities to participate in community initiatives
• Telemedicine service
• Virtual sleep clinic

Our dynamic work environments and collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience, with ongoing feedback and communication encouraged. We are committed to accessibility and inclusivity; accommodations are available during the recruitment process.

Other

English language required. This posting may contain additional related roles and opportunities.