Overview First Citizens Bank has an incredible opportunity for a Sales Support Specialist (Commercial Lending Assistant). This is a full-time, in-branch role and can be located in either Vancouver, WA or Beaverton, OR. There are no remote opportunities for this position at this time. We are hiring banking professionals who have had proven success in their past careers, are self-motivated, and possess strong relationship building skills. This role is an integral part of our team partnering with Commercial and/or Business Banking groups in the sales, servicing and management of clients and loan portfolios. Responsibilities Ongoing Sales Support: Provide ongoing sales support to Lenders which includes identifying sales and cross sell opportunities, coordinating materials for presentations, setting up sales calls as needed, maintaining prospect lists, and making joint calls as required. Documentation Support and Accuracy: Originates, processes, and ensures accuracy of loan documentation for closings. This includes entering financial information into the loan system and ensuring that all necessary documentation is included in the loan package prior to closing. Ongoing Credit Servicing Support and Accuracy: Resolving documentation exception issues, maintaining service levels, updating financial statements, and preparing files for all portfolio reviews. Run reports to track maturing lines/loans and service levels. Monitoring of Past Due Credits: Communicate, report, and follow up on portfolio past dues to ensure they remain current, while maintaining customer contact. Ongoing Customer Service/Office Support: Coordinates opening of deposit and other banking services with branch partners. Handles customer requests for information and problem resolution. Qualifications Required Education: High school or GED Required Experience: 4+ years’ experience in commercial or business lending support Must be comfortable with loan documentation process Experience working at a Large Financial Institution Ability to commute to Vancouver or Beaverton on a daily basis Strong, professional written and verbal communication skills If hired in Oregon or Washington, the base pay for this position is generally between $28.12 and $38.04 per hour. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. First Citizens benefits programs are designed to meet our associates where they are in life. Full time associates (20+ hours) are offered a comprehensive benefits program, with customized offerings, including those designed to support families, however defined. More information regarding our benefits offerings can be found here: https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits #LI-KL1