First Merchants Bank is seeking a Commercial Client Support Specialist to join our team! This position will serve a critical role as a specialist partner to the Commercial Banking team by driving the successful processing of commercial loan requests and actively supporting portfolio management. Deliver high-impact customer service by efficiently resolving client needs with precision and urgency, ensuring a seamless banking experience. Mitigate operational and reputational risk through strict compliance with established procedures and regulatory standards. Proactively identify and address portfolio needs, contributing to team efficiency and client satisfaction. To thrive in this role, one must demonstrate adaptability in a dynamic workflow, excel at learning quickly in a fast-paced environment, and manage multiple priorities with confidence and consistency – ultimately supporting the bank’s ability to grow market share.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Execute and support Commercial Lending Requests with Specialist Expertise.
- Deliver exceptional customer service to commercial clients to ensure a positive client experience.
- Transaction Support & Account Servicing responsibilities for executing and overseeing a range of non-monetary tasks that support accurate and efficient client account operations. This includes research in order to ensure timely and compliant handling of complex transaction activities and account maintenance.
- Act as a proactive partner to the Commercial Banking team by supporting portfolio management activities, identifying potential issues early, and taking action to mitigate risk and maintain portfolio stability.
- Uphold all regulatory and compliance standards by consistently validating that all activities meet required standards, supporting audit readiness and organizational integrity.
- Participate in special projects as assigned by Management.
- Mitigates fraud risk through prompt response, proactive prevention, and coordination between clients, internal fraud team and relationship manager.
- Identify opportunities to improve banking and internal operational processes.
To be successful in this position, we require the following:
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Minimum of three (3) years administration, banking or financial services experience, three (3) years education in a related field, or a combination thereof.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
- Ability to obtain Notary Public Designation within 6 months.
The following would be a plus:
- Prior experience supporting commercial lending, document preparation, or loan servicing is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with banking terminology.
- Basic understanding of banking regulations and compliance-related areas such as KYC, OFAC and CIP
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining collaborative relationships with internal departments
- Ability to multi-task in an independent work environment
First Merchants offers the following:
- Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401k
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Vacation/Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Additional Benefits
A little about us:
First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.
Our Vision is:
To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.
Our Mission is:
To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.
Our Team:
"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."
Apply today to begin your career with us!
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Minimum of three (3) years administration, banking or financial services experience, three (3) years education in a related field, or a combination thereof.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
- Ability to obtain Notary Public Designation within 6 months.
- Prior experience supporting commercial lending, document preparation, or loan servicing.
- Familiarity with banking terminology.
- Basic understanding of banking regulations and compliance areas such as KYC, OFAC and CIP.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and time management.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining collaborative relationships with internal departments.
- Ability to multi-task in an independent work environment.
What We Do
First Merchants Corporation is the largest financial services holding company in Central Indiana, headquartered in Muncie, Indiana. The Corporation has one full-service bank charter, First Merchants Bank. The Bank also operates as First Merchants Private Wealth Advisors (as a division of First Merchants Bank). First Merchants Corporation’s common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market System under the symbol FRME. First Merchants offers customers broad financial services throughout locations in Indiana, Ohio, Illinois and Michigan providing: • Commercial Banking (business) – checking, treasury management, card services, financing, loans, electronic banking, online and mobile banking. • Personal Banking (consumer) – checking, savings, CDs, mortgages, loans, IRAs, HSAs, online and mobile banking. • Private Wealth Advisors - trusts, investments, 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans, profit sharing plans, pension plans, cross-tested plans, cash balance plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, IRAs, SEP IRAs, and succession planning. First Merchants is committed to customers by: • Developing strong relationships. o As financial advisors – our professionals listen and provide solutions o The tenure of our professionals averages eight years, meaning you will enjoy continuity of service o We hire local professionals from the communities we serve • Customers benefit from local decision making. o Decisions are made faster o The process is streamlined, with each customer having a single point of contact. o Our financial professionals are empowered to develop tailored solutions. • The local communities we serve benefit from First Merchants’ involvement and support.
