Senior Credit Officer

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Executive Vice President / Chief Credit Officer, the Senior Credit Officer will underwrite and approve/deny traditional, large, complex, agribusiness and commercial loans by providing comprehensive credit underwriting. This position analyzes loan participations and works with borrowers to restructure stressed loans. Duties include:

• Analyzing large and complex loan application packages
• Working closely with loan officer and branch staff to assure proper credit administration
• Analysis of capital markets and participation loans

Knowledge and Skills:

• Expert knowledge in credit analysis and regulatory requirements
• Working knowledge of legal documents related to collateral, mortgages and foreclosures.
• Working knowledge of finance and microeconomics
• General knowledge of agriculture best practices
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, agriculture, business or related field
• 5 years of related experience in credit analysis or underwriting or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job
• Previous experience with large and complex credits including large participation and capital market loans required

Farm Credit Southeast Missouri is the area's premier agricultural lending cooperative and part of the national Farm Credit System. Headquartered in Sikeston, Missouri, we serve farmers, agribusinesses, and rural residents in the 12 counties of Southeast Missouri through 7 branch offices and a central office. Farm Credit Southeast Missouri provides financial services to the agriculture industry through operating, equipment, farm real estate, and rural home loans as well as crop and life insurance. We are dedicated to agriculture and rural America and pride ourselves on our commitment to our customers and employees.

Farm Credit Southeast Missouri offers a great work environment with competitive compensation and generous benefit package. EEO/AA/M/F/Veterans/Disability

To apply: Qualified candidates should email resume and cover letter with salary expectations to:

HR@FarmCreditSEMO.com