Job Description
Join Core Bank as a Senior Commercial Relationship Manager and play a key leadership role in growing and managing our commercial lending portfolio while helping shape the next generation of relationship bankers. In this advanced role, you’ll manage and deepen relationships with established Commercial Real Estate (CRE) and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) clients, lead more complex credit transactions, and cultivate new partnerships aligned with our vision of being a high-performing, solutions-based, and tech-forward financial partner. As a senior individual contributor, you’ll leverage deep market knowledge, strong Centers of Influence (COIs), and referrals to expand market presence and deliver full banking relationships — including deposits and Treasury Services. You’ll also serve as a mentor and resource to Commercial Relationship Managers, providing guidance on complex credit structures, client strategy, and best practices. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact at a growing community bank that values experience, leadership, innovation, and client success. Company Overview Core Bank is a high-performing, tech-forward community bank serving Omaha and Kansas City. Guided by our vision to be high-performing, solutions-based, and tech-forward, we combine trusted relationships with modern tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more personalized banking. Our culture—what we call our Recipe for Awesome —makes Core Bank more than a place to work or bank; it’s a place where people grow, solutions thrive, and together we build better. If you want to help us build something remarkable, then we'd love to get to know you. To learn more about what makes us - us, explore www.corebankcareers.com . Position Summary The Senior Commercial Relationship Manager is responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of sophisticated commercial banking relationships while originating and structuring complex CRE and C&I credit transactions. This role serves as a senior-level relationship manager with a strong focus on strategic business development, advanced credit analysis, and risk management. In addition to direct client responsibilities, the Senior Commercial Relationship Manager acts as a mentor and subject-matter expert for the commercial lending team, supporting relationship managers with complex deal structures, credit strategy, and portfolio management. This position is instrumental in strengthening long-term client relationships, expanding full banking engagement, and supporting Core Bank’s continued growth. Core Responsibilities Portfolio Management & Growth Manage and grow an assigned portfolio of seasoned commercial clients with complex operating structures and credit needs. Serve as the primary relationship manager for high-dollar and higher-risk relationships, ensuring strong retention and client satisfaction. Conduct in-depth, strategic client reviews to identify lending, deposit, and Treasury Services opportunities. Proactively monitor portfolio performance, credit quality, covenant compliance, and risk indicators, taking action as needed. Business Development Identify, structure, and close complex CRE and C&I lending opportunities aligned with the bank’s strategic growth goals. Leverage extensive relationships with Centers of Influence (COIs) to generate high-quality referral opportunities. Represent the bank at community, networking, and industry events, serving as a senior ambassador for Core Bank. Credit & Risk Leadership Lead the structuring and underwriting of sophisticated credit requests, including multi-entity borrowers, participations, and specialized collateral. Analyze advanced financial and market data to assess risk, repayment capacity, and long-term viability. Prepare, review, and present comprehensive loan proposals with a high level of credit discipline and sound judgment. Partner closely with Credit Administration and executive leadership on complex or higher-risk credits. Cross-Selling & Client Solutions Champion full-relationship banking by ensuring lending clients are connected to deposits, Treasury Services, and other solutions. Collaborate with internal partners to deliver customized, forward-thinking financial strategies for clients. Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them navigate growth, transition, and market opportunities. Community & Brand Presence Actively participate in community events, civic organizations, and professional associatio