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Relationship Manager

New Edge Associates a Talent Acquisition Firm, Florida, NY, United States


A well-capitalized and highly diversified commercial bank is seeking a

Business Relationship Manager

to join a newly formed lending team focused on expanding small-to-medium business relationships across the Miami-Dade market. The portfolio mix for this role is approximately

50% Commercial & Industrial (C&I) and 50% Commercial Real Estate (CRE) , with a strategic emphasis on growing

small and middle-market operating businesses .

This role is part of a new team build-out designed to support the bank’s strategic initiative of

reducing reliance on real estate lending while expanding business banking relationships . The bank is currently developing a dedicated lending space to support this team, which will consist of

three Relationship Managers, one Portfolio Manager, and one Lending Assistant .

The ideal candidate is a

hybrid lender

with experience structuring both C&I and CRE loans, strong credit training, and a demonstrated ability to generate

low-cost deposits, lending volume, and fee income .

Responsibilities

Develop and manage a portfolio of

small-to-medium business clients and commercial real estate investors .

Generate new lending relationships across the

Doral, Medley, Airport West/East, and Hialeah markets .

Structure and originate both

C&I and CRE loans , maintaining a balanced portfolio mix.

Identify opportunities to grow

low-cost deposit relationships , including DDA and money market accounts.

Collaborate with credit, portfolio management, and operations teams to move transactions efficiently through underwriting and closing.

Structure complex credit facilities and maintain strong credit discipline in accordance with bank policies.

Generate additional

fee income through treasury management, SBA lending, and interest rate swaps

where applicable.

Maintain strong relationships with business owners, investors, accountants, attorneys, and referral partners.

Manage ongoing portfolio performance and maintain strong client relationships through regular contact and financial reviews.

Represent the bank within the local business community through networking and industry engagement.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in

Finance, Business, or a related field .

5+ years of commercial banking experience

with exposure to both

C&I and CRE lending .

Strong

formal credit training and financial analysis skills .

Proven ability to generate

new loan production and deposit relationships .

Experience working with

small to medium-sized businesses and commercial real estate investors .

Demonstrated ability to build referral networks within the local business community.

Strong communication, relationship management, and negotiation skills.

Ability to manage a portfolio while actively developing new business opportunities.

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