Job Description

Commercial Relationship Manager

Location: Sarasota or Bradenton, FL
Compensation: Competitive base + bonus (flexible depending on experience)

A bank is actively building out its commercial presence in the Sarasota / Bradenton market and is seeking experienced Commercial Relationship Managers.

This is a true market build opportunity—ideal for a banker who wants the ability to win business, get deals approved, and play a role in shaping a growing platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage commercial banking relationships across the Sarasota / Bradenton market
• Generate new C&I and small CRE loan opportunities
• Build and grow commercial deposit relationships
• Maintain strong referral partnerships with CPAs, attorneys, and local business leaders
• Bring in new business and work with a credit team focused on getting deals done
• Partner with leadership to expand the bank’s presence within the local business community

Target Client Profile

• Lower Middle Market and Middle Market companies
• Typical client revenue: $5MM – $100MM

Production Expectations

• Ability to generate $8MM – $12MM+ in annual loan production (DOE)
• Strong deposit generation alongside lending relationships

Ideal Candidate Background

• 7–20 years of commercial banking experience
• Proven loan and deposit production
• Experience with C&I and small CRE lending
• Strong local referral network in Sarasota or Bradenton
• Active involvement in the local business community

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Credit Philosophy
The bank is focused on winning deals. If the story makes sense, they will work to get transactions approved rather than defaulting to declines.

Speed & Access
Direct access to decision-makers and a more streamlined credit process.

True Market Build
Opportunity to help establish and grow the Sarasota / Bradenton presence, with the ability to influence how the team is built.

Autonomy
Ideal for bankers who want more control over their business and fewer layers of bureaucracy.