Relationship Manager (Business Banking) jobs in Bridgeport, CT

Join the team providing financial solutions to over 3 million small businesses and Government Not-for-Profit agencies nationwide. 

If you are customer focused, enjoy building relationships, and providing financial advice to Government Not-for-Profit clients, then a role as a Relationship Manager Senior Government Not-for-Profit is for you. 

As a Relationship Manager Senior Government Not-for-Profit in Business Banking, you are an experienced business banker who can manage existing client relationships and develop new business strategies focused on client selection. Demonstrating an outstanding client experience, adherence to the regulatory, legal, and risk management frameworks unique to these client segments. 

Job Responsibilities: 

• Build collaborative internal and external relationships to provide the best in client advice and service, develop the business to ensure a seamless experience for the client who has multiple products and services. 
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the client in delivering comprehensive and customized business banking products and solutions tailored to the financial needs and circumstances of Government Not-for-Profit clients. 
• Manage a portfolio of clients; grow portfolio by prospecting for new clients and deepening relationships with existing clients. 
• Manage credit opportunities within assigned portfolio up to $40 million. 
• Utilize extensive referral networks and centers of influence to identify and pursue potential new clients, looking for ways to cultivate a long-term relationship. 
• Build relationships by calling on existing clients to truly understand their organizations/institutions and analyze product and service growth opportunities and ensure profitability of Government Not-for-Profit portfolio. 
• Protect the firm by following sound risk management protocols and adhering to regulatory requirements. 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in business banking relationship management role or related business lending experience. 
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related field, or equivalent work experience. 
• Knowledge of the unique requirements, laws, regulations, and risk management for Government Not-for-Profit client base; familiarity with the formal Request For Proposal process and due diligence. 
• Able to identify innovative solutions to best serve client and/or manage risk. 
• Uses seasoned judgment to offer comprehensive and customized solutions that best meet client needs; monitors and researches segment trends and outcomes to anticipate client needs and present proactive solutions. 
• Strong current business network; viewed as a leader in community organizations such as Chambers of Commerce, non-profit boards. 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

• Expert knowledge of business, credit underwriting with commercial credit training.