Job Description

We are a strong, well-established community bank proudly serving Wabash County and the surrounding area. With approximately $400 million in assets, we combine financial strength with a close-knit, people-first culture where your voice truly matters. Our team is deeply involved in the communities we serve, and we are committed to supporting local businesses, farms, and families.
As we continue to grow, we offer excellent opportunities for advancement, professional development, and meaningful impact.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Junior Commercial Lender or Agriculture Lender to join our lending team. This individual will work with local businesses and agricultural clients to support their financial needs and help drive economic growth within our community.
We are open to candidates with lending experience or talented credit analysts ready to step into a lending role. If you have strong credit skills and a passion for relationship-driven banking, we're willing to train you.
Key Responsibilities

• Assist in originating and managing commercial and agricultural loan relationships.
• Analyze financial statements, credit reports, and cash flows to assess creditworthiness.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, both new and existing.
• Participate in community events and represent the bank in local initiatives.
• Collaborate with senior lenders, credit, and underwriting teams to support loan structuring and portfolio growth.
• Ensure compliance with bank policies, regulatory standards, and credit procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Graduation from an Agricultural Banking School or similar program (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of agriculture and ag-business operations is highly preferred.
• Previous lending experience (commercial or ag) or strong credit/underwriting background with a desire to move into lending.
• Solid understanding of financial analysis and credit risk.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A strong commitment to community involvement and local engagement.

Why Join Us?

• Close-knit team environment where your input matters.
• Strong community reputation and deep local roots.
• Significant room for career advancement and professional growth.
• Flexibility in work location (preference for Wabash).
• Supportive leadership committed to your development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Generous PTO and accrued sick time.
• Ongoing training and educational support.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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