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Banker jobs at Northwest Bank span retail, commercial, and relationship banking functions where financial acumen and client-facing skills are central. Northwest Bank has demonstrated a willingness to sponsor international candidates across multiple visa types, making it a realistic target for job seekers who need work authorization support.
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The Sr. Middle Market Banker is responsible for serving as a trusted business advisor to clients and providing a full breadth of banking solutions to meeting their financial objectives and needs while establishing a network of referral sources and Centers of Influence with regular calling efforts to generate new business opportunities. The Sr. Middle Market Banker is also responsible for managing a portfolio of relationships, ensuring an exceptional client experience, while appropriately managing risk, credit quality, servicing, etc. in accordance with Northwest standards and in partnership with a portfolio management team.
Essential Functions
- Develop and expand existing commercial banking relationships
- Prospect actively and successfully bring in new relationships to Northwest
- Engage with the various product partners on a regular basis to discuss cross-selling opportunities and referrals to expand and deepen client relationships
- Meet or exceed budgeted goals
- Actively participate in community and professional networking events
- Develop meaningful “Centers of Influence” relationships
- Establish and maintain an ongoing prospect list, and a set calling and meeting schedule for prospects, existing clients, and COIs
- Encourage existing clients to provide ongoing referrals for all types of products and services, and clients and their employees to maintain their personal banking at Northwest
- Manage a commercial loan portfolio of both credit and non-credit clients
- Make loan presentations and recommendations to Credit, team leaders, and senior line of business managers as required
- Partner with credit and portfolio management to ensure annual reviews and line of credit renewals are completed on a timely basis
- Ensure non-credit clients have appropriate treasury management and other related commercial services, and risk ratings are appropriate
- As required, collect on delinquent accounts
- Analyze financial statements and related credit material to stay apprised of client performance and assess risk on a continuous basis in conjunction with Portfolio Management
- Complete loan closings in partnership with Portfolio Management & the Loan Closers
- Ensure all credit files include current financial statements, agency reports, etc. in partnership with Portfolio Management
- Participate in continued sales, product and credit training
- Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
- Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
- Work as part of a team
- Work with on-site equipment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Marketing
- 6 - 8 years of account relationship management experience
- 6 - 8 years of experience consistently delivering strong sales performance
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of C & I lending, loan servicing, and credit and non-credit products
- Strong negotiating skills in terms, loan structure, and pricing
- Knowledge and understanding of risk management
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize responsibilities
COMPENSATION
- The pay range for this position is generally $180,000 - $210,000 annually. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and knowledge. Additional bonus earning opportunities and benefits are also available.
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
INTRODUCTION
The Sr. Middle Market Banker is responsible for serving as a trusted business advisor to clients and providing a full breadth of banking solutions to meeting their financial objectives and needs while establishing a network of referral sources and Centers of Influence with regular calling efforts to generate new business opportunities. The Sr. Middle Market Banker is also responsible for managing a portfolio of relationships, ensuring an exceptional client experience, while appropriately managing risk, credit quality, servicing, etc. in accordance with Northwest standards and in partnership with a portfolio management team.
Essential Functions
- Develop and expand existing commercial banking relationships
- Prospect actively and successfully bring in new relationships to Northwest
- Engage with the various product partners on a regular basis to discuss cross-selling opportunities and referrals to expand and deepen client relationships
- Meet or exceed budgeted goals
- Actively participate in community and professional networking events
- Develop meaningful “Centers of Influence” relationships
- Establish and maintain an ongoing prospect list, and a set calling and meeting schedule for prospects, existing clients, and COIs
- Encourage existing clients to provide ongoing referrals for all types of products and services, and clients and their employees to maintain their personal banking at Northwest
- Manage a commercial loan portfolio of both credit and non-credit clients
- Make loan presentations and recommendations to Credit, team leaders, and senior line of business managers as required
- Partner with credit and portfolio management to ensure annual reviews and line of credit renewals are completed on a timely basis
- Ensure non-credit clients have appropriate treasury management and other related commercial services, and risk ratings are appropriate
- As required, collect on delinquent accounts
- Analyze financial statements and related credit material to stay apprised of client performance and assess risk on a continuous basis in conjunction with Portfolio Management
- Complete loan closings in partnership with Portfolio Management & the Loan Closers
- Ensure all credit files include current financial statements, agency reports, etc. in partnership with Portfolio Management
- Participate in continued sales, product and credit training
- Ensure compliance with Northwest’s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
- Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
- Work as part of a team
- Work with on-site equipment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Marketing
- 6 - 8 years of account relationship management experience
- 6 - 8 years of experience consistently delivering strong sales performance
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of C & I lending, loan servicing, and credit and non-credit products
- Strong negotiating skills in terms, loan structure, and pricing
- Knowledge and understanding of risk management
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Ability to multitask and effectively prioritize responsibilities
COMPENSATION
- The pay range for this position is generally $180,000 - $210,000 annually. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and knowledge. Additional bonus earning opportunities and benefits are also available.
Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Banker Jobs at Northwest Bank
Align your credentials to U.S. banking standards
If your finance or economics degree came from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before applying. Northwest Bank recruiters need to confirm your qualifications meet the specialty occupation threshold USCIS requires for H-1B approval.
Target branches with active hiring pipelines
Northwest Bank posts Banker openings across multiple markets. Focus your applications on locations with consistently open roles, since active hiring pipelines signal that HR teams are already set up to move candidates through the sponsorship process without delays.
Use OPT or CPT to get a foot in the door
If you're on an F-1 visa, CPT or OPT lets you start working at Northwest Bank before any H-1B petition is filed. Banking internships and rotational programs are a common entry point that can convert to full sponsorship once you've demonstrated performance.
Clarify sponsorship eligibility before the offer stage
Bring up visa sponsorship directly once a recruiter confirms serious interest, not after an offer is extended. Ask specifically whether the Banker role is designated as sponsorship-eligible, since not every open position at a bank automatically qualifies for H-1B or PERM filing.
Understand the H-1B cap timing for banking roles
H-1B petitions are subject to an annual cap with a registration window typically opening in March. If Northwest Bank extends you an offer outside that window, plan for a start date no earlier than October 1, the first day of the new fiscal year.
Find verified Banker openings through Migrate Mate
Searching for sponsorship-friendly roles manually is slow and unreliable. Use Migrate Mate to filter Banker jobs at Northwest Bank by visa type, so you're only applying to roles where sponsorship has actually been offered to candidates with your work authorization profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Northwest Bank sponsor H-1B visas for Bankers?
Yes, Northwest Bank sponsors H-1B visas for Banker roles. Banking positions in relationship management, commercial lending, and financial analysis have historically qualified as specialty occupations under USCIS guidelines, which require a bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field such as finance, accounting, or economics. Confirm sponsorship eligibility with the recruiter early in the process, as not every open position is automatically designated for sponsorship.
Which visa types are commonly used for Banker roles at Northwest Bank?
Northwest Bank supports multiple visa categories for Banker positions, including H-1B for specialty occupation workers, F-1 OPT and CPT for students transitioning from university programs, and TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying financial roles. For longer-term pathways, EB-2 and EB-3 immigrant visa categories are also available, typically initiated after a period of employment through the PERM labor certification process with the DOL.
What qualifications and experience does Northwest Bank expect for Banker positions?
Most Banker openings at Northwest Bank require a bachelor's degree in finance, business, economics, or a related field. Commercial and relationship banking roles often expect prior experience in credit analysis, loan origination, or client portfolio management. Roles requiring H-1B sponsorship must meet USCIS specialty occupation standards, so your degree field needs to align directly with the specific banking function you're applying for, not just finance broadly.
How do I apply for Banker jobs at Northwest Bank?
You can browse and apply for Banker positions at Northwest Bank through Migrate Mate, which filters roles by visa sponsorship type so you can confirm work authorization support before investing time in an application. Once you apply, the process typically involves a recruiter screen, technical or behavioral interviews focused on banking knowledge and client scenarios, and a background check. Raise your visa sponsorship needs during the recruiter screen to avoid surprises at the offer stage.
How do I time my application around the H-1B cap and petition process?
The H-1B lottery registration period typically runs in March, with cap-subject petitions filed shortly after selection. If you're targeting a Banker role at Northwest Bank that requires H-1B sponsorship, aim to have an offer in hand by February so your employer has time to prepare the petition. Approved H-1B employees generally start no earlier than October 1. TN and F-1 OPT transitions follow different timelines and aren't subject to the annual cap.