Credit Officer

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity? First Western is seeking a passionate and experienced professional to join our team.

As a Credit Officer at First Western, you will play a vital role in helping high-net-worth clients achieve their financial goals. You will work closely with our Credit Risk team to deliver comprehensive solutions that exceed client expectations.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional service to clients and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this position today.

• →Support Bank Growth and Strategic Objectives
  Support First Western’s overall strategic direction and growth plans with informed credit structuring and consultation with bankers, balancing growth with risk.
• →Loan Approval and Portfolio Oversight
  Approve and assist the offices with management of larger, more complex credits within delegated authority.
• →Sales Communication and Credit Structuring
  Define credit appetite for strategic partners, provide structuring guidance, and promote a “Yes IF” mindset to enable growth without compromising compliance.
• →Client Relationship Development
  Participate in client meetings, act as a strategic advisor in negotiations, and help strengthen long-term relationships.
• →Credit Training and Skill Development
  Assist the Senior Credit Officer to identify underwriting and analysis skill gaps and help implement training programs like Shockproof to enhance credit expertise. Helps serve as a mentor to help career pathing for more junior credit approvers.

• Credit Risk Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Portfolio Management
• Financial Analysis
• Strategic Thinking and Problem Solving
• Decision-Making
• Communication & Negotiation
• Collaborative Leadership
• LOS Platform navigation (Baker Hill proficiency a plus)

At First Western, we pride ourselves on our culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed, including ongoing training and development, a competitive compensation package, and a comprehensive benefits program.