Job Description

Job Location: Clayton, MO 63105
Position Type: Full Time
Job Category: Commercial LendingVice President, Commercial Lender
Clayton Branch | Bank of Washington
Build Relationships. Grow a Market. Shape the Future.
We are seeking a Vice President, Commercial Lender for our Clayton branch who is energized by building relationships and growing both a portfolio and a career.
This role is ideal for a driven commercial banker who thrives on networking, business development, and community presence, and who sees long-term opportunity in helping shape a key market for the bank.
This is more than managing loans—it’s about creating opportunity.
You’ll have the autonomy to:
- Build and expand a commercial loan portfolio
- Become a trusted advisor to local business owners
- Actively grow the Bank of Washington brand in Clayton and surrounding communities
- Position yourself for continued career growth within a growing community bank
We’re looking for someone with ambition, strong potential, and the desire to grow—someone who wants to make an impact, not just maintain a book of business.
Responsibilities:
- Develop business relationships by actively networking and engaging with business owners, professional advisors, and community leaders
- Identify, pursue, and close new lending opportunities, including business loans, lines of credit, SBA loans, and deposit relationships
- Serve as a trusted financial advisor, delivering flexible, competitive solutions tailored to clients’ needs
- Underwrite and structure credit requests, including financial analysis, credit memos, pricing, and terms
- Partner with internal credit and operations teams to deliver a seamless client experience
- Manage and monitor your loan portfolio, ensuring strong credit quality and proactive risk management
- Represent the bank in the community, participating in business organizations, events, and local initiatives

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Prior experience in Commercial Lending, Financial Services, and/or Outside Sales
- Strong understanding of credit analysis, loan structuring, and risk management
- Proven ability—or strong potential—to develop new business relationships
- Excellent communication, organization, and follow-through skills
Why Bank of Washington:
- Community-focused bank that reinvests locally
- Relationship-driven culture with high standards of integrity and character
- Opportunity to grow in a visible, high-impact role
- Supportive leadership and collaborative environment
- A platform for long-term professional growth
You’ll be successful here if you:
- Are motivated by relationship-building and business development
- Enjoy being visible and connected in the community
- Think entrepreneurially about growing a market and a portfolio
- Balance growth with strong credit judgment
- See your career as a long-term journey, not just a job
Ready to Grow With Us?
If you’re energized by networking, passionate about helping businesses succeed, and motivated by the opportunity to grow a meaningful commercial banking career in Clayton, we’d love to talk.
The Bank of Washington is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.