Senior Commercial Credit Analyst

Our goal at Fidelity is to create a better future by acting with accountability and integrity alongside our customers and within our communities. Since 1908, we have built a legacy upon simple, enduring values and an unwavering commitment to the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on being part of a community-focused and team-oriented work culture where we invest in our associates to ensure success within the company.

Fidelity Bank, headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, believes in making a difference by living our mission of "Here for Good" to help families and businesses thrive in the communities we serve. Our mortgage division, NOLA Lending Group, is a leader in providing residential home financing solutions in 46 states.

Fidelity promotes a culture of work/life balance for all associates. We offer a competitive total rewards package for eligible associates including:

• Competitive pay based on the position, qualifications, relevant experience, and skillset
• Paid Time Off
• Up to 14 paid holidays annually
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer Funded Health Savings Account
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Wellness Program to reduce health insurance premiums
• Free or discounted banking and mortgage services
• Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan
• Associate Referral Program
• Associate Volunteer Program
• Employee Assistance Fund (subject to IRS guidelines)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunities for training and career development
• Gym Discounts, Verizon Wireless Discounts, Tickets At Work Discounts
• Retail branch locations are closed on Saturdays!

The benefits listing is for informational purposes. Additional details regarding compensation and benefits will be provided during the application process. Fidelity reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any and all benefits at any time.

Do you want to make a difference? If so, this opportunity may be the right choice for you! Fidelity Bank/NOLA Lending Group is looking for competitive, self-reliant, energetic individuals that are driven to succeed.

Position Summary:

The Senior Commercial Credit Analyst serves a vital role in the commercial lending process. Provide a full analysis on commercial loans, and act in an advisory capacity to management, loan decision makers and commercial lending officers. Will also offer guidance and training to junior staff members.

This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.

This position may be filled at a lower or higher level depending on the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Skills:

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Skills:

• Extensive experience with Commercial Real Estate, Asset Based Lending, Small Business Administration, and Commercial & Industrial Lending

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage and develop training plan for credit analyst and provide feedback on completed work
• Decision loans within CEO approved loan authority
• Assist with workflow coordination
• Assist in the preparation of management level regulatory and board reports
• Assist with the development of best practices and improved efficiency within the department
• Determine repayment capacity for all loan requests.
• Spread and analyze business financial statements, personal tax returns, review credit bureaus, and calculate repayment ratios
• Indicate loan policy exceptions and independently identify justification for exceptions. Notate policy deficiencies and recommend remedies to Senior Credit Officer.
• Research industry best practices and standards and determine which industry benchmark is applicable to the customer's scale of business operation
• Consult loan officers on final loan structure. Advise loan officers of key risk concerns and possible mitigation options.
• Provide vendor risk decision to Data Security Department and determine level of vendor review required
• Make assessment and recommendations for SBA and other government lending loan eligibility when appropriate
• Independently determine proper loan covenant requirements for all loan files depending on loan structure, industry specifics, customer cash and operational life cycle, and other subjective factors
• Determine questions to be asked of customer regarding operational trends, and deviations from industry standards derived from research and independent thought process
• Final decision on credit closing conditions
• Prepare final loan approval packet content for decision authority, and justify initial decision recommendation
• Assign initial risk rating to all credit files and justify rating
• Attend loan committee meetings and representative credit prospective; justify credit determinations during loan discussions
• Will accompany loan officers to customer meetings to make determination of business risk factors and meet with key financial decision makers within the borrower's organization. Must be able to offer consultative advice and develop customized lending solutions when applicable.
• Subjectively determine appropriate treatments of non-recurring cash flow, speculative risk, stress factors and tests, and provide independent summarization of loan risk criteria
• Oversee Loan meeting agenda and render credit vote in absence of Sr. Credit Officer.
• Independently discuss loan files with external loan reviewers and safety and soundness examiners
• Consistently exemplifies our Core Values of Integrity, Community, Dependability, Excellence, Longevity, and Accountability
• Complies with regulatory rules and regulations evidenced through successful completion of training and demonstrated ability
• Performs other duties and/or special projects as appointed by management
• Physical Requirements: primarily sitting with some standing, walking, lifting and bending

Fidelity Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Fidelity promotes a drug free workplace.

If you require an accommodation to submit your application for an open position, please send an email request to talentmanagement@bankwithfidelity.com or call 985-612-2764. All information provided will be kept confidential and will only be used to the extent required to provide the needed reasonable accommodation.

For assistance or questions regarding the recruitment process, please email talentmanagement@bankwithfidelity.com.

This position is located in Baton Rouge, LA 70808.