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Relationship Manager

Washington Federal

Kennewick, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$160,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Accounting, Affirmative Action, Analysis Skills, Bank Secrecy Act, Banking Services, Business Development, Business Plan, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Commercial Banking, Commercial Loans, Communication Skills, Credit Analysis, Customer Relations, Detail Oriented, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finance, Financial Reporting, Investment Management, Loan Documents, Loan Processing, Loans, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Private Banking, Profit & Loss, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Real Estate, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Rehabilitation Act, Relationship Management, Resolve Customer Issues, Risk, Sales, Sales Prospecting, Training/Teaching, Treasury Management, Tuition Reimbursement, USA PATRIOT Act, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Kennewick, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Relationship Manager


Location : Location

US-WA-Kennewick





Location/Org Data : Name

Tri-Cities



Location : Address

5331 W Canal Drive



Location : City

Kennewick



Location : State/Province

WA


ID

2026-4602


Category

Commercial Banking


Position Type

Full Time


Min

USD $120,000.00/Yr.


Max

USD $160,000.00/Yr.


Min




USD $120,000.00/Yr.


Max




USD $160,000.00/Yr.


Job Summary




A Relationship Manager is responsible for developing a business plan to maintain and grow existing relationships and is responsible for developing new relationships that meet our client selectivity and risk appetite.

The Relationship Manager has had proven success in independently winning new relationships (credit and non-credit) and negotiating terms with minimal assistance.

Relationship Managers will be expected to partner with the appropriate commercial banking colleagues (Loan Coordinators, Credit Analysts) to deliver credit relationships with the guidance of Credit Administration, the Senior Relationship Manager, Division Manager or Director.

Relationship Mangers work closely with Treasury Management Officers to grow and service the non-credit needs of commercial clients.

This position will develop and manage commercial relationships which meet established lending and client selectivity requirements and provide maximum profitability to the Bank with a minimum of risk.

WaFd Bank is proud of the high value that we all place on simply being kind when serving our co-workers and clients.

Key Functions:

Engages in business development activities and solicitation of new business prospects; actively involved in instilling and maintaining a positive sales environment through education of the Bank's products and services; maintains active prospecting effort, including identification, qualification and calling; investigates and follows up on significant changes in status of existing customers; consistently balances prospecting efforts and quality customer maintenance responsibilities; meets with customers to discuss needs and outline appropriate Bank services; resolves customer concerns or problems as necessary.
Establishes, and negotiates where necessary, the terms under which credit will be extended, including the costs, repayment method and schedule and collateral requirements.
Develops a deep understanding of non-credit products, leads the engagement with clients and prospects to uncover opportunities and appropriate solutions to help the clients more efficiently manage cash flow.
Performs all required portfolio management responsibilities, including but limited to monitoring of customers' financial reporting requirement and compliance with covenants.
Seeks to be a trusted advisor by maintaining current knowledge on the customers' business and industry.
Develops materials for and makes loan presentations to Credit Administration and Sr. Loan Committee, where required.
Participates in community affairs to increase the Bank's visibility and to enhance new business opportunities.
Serves as a contact for non-borrowing and borrowing clients for matters relating to other Bank services, including Work Perks, personal and private banking.
Adhere to bank policies and procedures designed to comply with Federal regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC regulations.
Counsels with and assists in the training and development of Relationship Officers, Banking Officers, Loan Coordinators and Credit Analysts.
Completes special projects as assigned by manager.


Qualifications




Education/Skills/Training:

Bachelor's Degree or approved equivalent; completion of courses in finance, accounting and real estate analysis or equivalent training in commercial banking.
Negotiating experience, accuracy, strong organizational skills, attention to detail and success working with clients with diverse banking needs.
Effective verbal and written communication skills. Able to work independently with little supervision as well as in a team environment.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, (primarily WORD, PowerPoint and EXCEL); Experience with LaserPro (CFI) desired; Position requires clear and concise verbal and written communication skills including good customer relations skills.

Experience:

3-5 years of experience as a Credit Analyst, Relationship Officer or the equivalent.
Must have good understanding and working knowledge of commercial lending terminology, loan processing, loan documentation and lending procedures.
Self-motivated and production-oriented with a desire to grow existing relationships and actively pursue business development.


Benefits




At WaFd Bank you get all of these great benefits!

Paid time off for vacation, sick days and holidays
Health insurance
Stock options
Bonus programs
Generous 4% 401(k) matching plus a generous 3% annual contribution, 7% total employer contribution
Paid Parental Leave
Life and AD&D insurance
Long-term disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance programs
Pre-tax health and dependent-care spending plans

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EEO Statement




We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and/or veteran status, or disability in accordance with Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. WaFd Bank does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. WaFd Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800.324.9375

EEO Policy Statement - WaFd Bank

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CCPA Notice at Collection for CA Employees and Applicants


Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date




3/8/2026

We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles and ensure that all other personnnel actions are administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. WaFd Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800.324.9375

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