Director of Commercial Banking

We are seeking an experienced banking and financial services professional to serve as Director of Commercial Banking. This newly created leadership position combines business development, strategic growth, relationship management, and hands-on commercial lending responsibilities.

This is an opportunity for a relationship-driven commercial banking professional to play a key role in developing and expanding a commercial banking platform while building strong relationships throughout the Memphis market.

The Impact You'll Make

As Director of Commercial Banking, you will lead the development and expansion of the organization’s commercial portfolio. You will help drive growth across commercial lending, business deposits, treasury management services, and broader business banking relationships.

What You'll Do

• Identify, develop, and manage high-value commercial banking relationships, with a focus on established businesses and meaningful commercial lending opportunities.

• Leverage an established professional network and book of business to generate new relationships, leads, and referrals.

• Drive growth and innovation across commercial banking products and services, including lending, deposits, and treasury management solutions.

• Maintain a strong understanding of market trends, competitor offerings, and emerging opportunities to support strategic growth.

• Identify opportunities to enhance commercial offerings through new capabilities, partnerships, technology, and other solutions.

• Structure and negotiate complex credit solutions, including term loans, working capital lines of credit, equipment financing, and owner-occupied real estate loans.

• Partner with underwriting and credit teams to deliver timely, competitive lending decisions while maintaining appropriate risk and regulatory standards.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to commercial clients, providing tailored financial solutions that support their businesses and long-term growth.

• Develop a deep understanding of commercial and corporate client needs and evolving expectations.

• Represent the organization at community events, industry associations, and networking opportunities to strengthen market presence and generate new business.

• Recruit, coach, manage, and develop future commercial banking and relationship management professionals as the division grows.

What You'll Bring

• 8–10+ years of progressive experience in commercial banking, business development, lending, and/or relationship management.

• Proven success originating and closing significant commercial loan transactions while achieving lending and deposit growth objectives.

• An established network and book of business with strong, trust-based commercial relationships.

• Strong knowledge of credit structuring, risk assessment, commercial lending, and regulatory compliance.

• Exceptional relationship-building skills with the ability to connect with business owners, community leaders, referral partners, and internal teams.

• Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on, results-driven approach.

• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related business applications.

• A focus on long-term, profitable client acquisition through strong leadership, industry expertise, execution, and client service.

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Opportunity to build and grow a commercial banking platform.

• Highly visible leadership position with significant influence on growth strategy.

• Competitive compensation package.

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

• Collaborative environment with the opportunity to build and develop a commercial banking team.