Job Description

Job Location: Oak Brook HQ - Oak Brook, IL 60523
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $175,000.00 - $190,000.00 Salary/yearCommercial & Industrial (C&I) Lender
Join an Entrepreneurial Bank with a Strong Growth Appetite
At Republic Bank, we’re more than just a bank; we’re a committed partner to the businesses we serve. Our focus is on empowering small and mid-sized businesses, typically with revenues under $100M, to grow and succeed. We’re looking for a Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Lender to join our team and share in our mission of building relationships that go beyond financing. This role offers a meaningful, fulfilling opportunity to work directly with clients, rolling up your sleeves to help them overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
Why This Role is Unique:
- Entrepreneurial Growth Environment: Be part of a bank with a strong growth appetite, where you have the flexibility and support to pursue impactful lending relationships.
- Partnership Beyond Lending: You’ll engage as a true partner, working hands-on with clients to solve problems and drive their long-term success.
- Collaborative, Flat Team Structure: With a flat reporting structure, you’ll have direct access to decision-makers, enabling you to make a real impact on the businesses you work with and within the bank.
About the Role:
In this role, you’ll source and manage commercial banking relationships, developing tailored financial solutions that support client success. You’ll be hands-on with every step of account management, from credit analysis to business development, while ensuring adherence to Republic Bank’s lending policies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop new business relationships, fostering a true partnership with each client
- Originate, structure, and close commercial loans
- Actively represent Republic Bank in the community, building a reputation for excellence and relationship-building
- Manage a portfolio of clients, focusing on credit risk management and ongoing client support
- Identify opportunities to expand client relationships through treasury management and other bank products, adding value for clients wherever possible
About You:
We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for empowering businesses and is excited to join a collaborative team. You should have a strong background in commercial lending and relationship management, combined with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.

Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field
- 5+ years of commercial lending experience, with formal credit training preferred
- Proven skills in business development and portfolio management
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a flat team environment
What We Offer
As part of our commitment to your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing, we proudly provide a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:
- A competitive salary range estimated at $175,000 to 190,000 per year for this position. (Final compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications)
- Generous Paid time Off (PTO) to help you rest, recharge, and take care of what matters most
- Health, dental, and vision insurance with tax-advantaged FSA and HSA account options
- Retirement benefits including 401k plan with discretionary matching contributions.
- Childcare assistance program to support working parents and their eligible dependents
- Parental Leave for both primary and secondary caregivers
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage for long-term income security
- Basic Life and AD&D insurance with elective additional coverage for you, your spouse, or children
- Mental health & wellness benefits including bank-paid Headspace meditation app subscription, Wellable subscription, and access to our Employee Assistance Program
Join Republic Bank and be part of a team where your work has a direct, positive impact on the growth and success of businesses. We’re looking forward to your contributions!