CareerPlan

Sr. Business Development Officer (Middle Market) - Chicago

ChicagoFull-time$140k–$235k2026-09-11 → 2026-11-11
On-site · United States

Core

Sr. Business Development Officer driving new client acquisition and business development within Global Commercial Banking for companies generating $50M–$2B in annual revenue.

Role type

Senior IC business development officer (commercial banking)

Builds

New commercial banking relationships and revenue for mid-market companies

Domain

Commercial Banking / Corporate Finance

Required skills

Business Development, Prospecting, Relationship Building, Strategic Networking, Sales Performance Management, Pipeline Management, Client Solutions Advisory, Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Capital Markets Knowledge

Preferred skills

Local market knowledge, Established network of business leaders, Involvement in local business/civic organizations

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Source, develop, and close new Global Commercial Banking relationships with mid-market companies; Establish and cultivate relationships with business owners, executives, attorneys, accountants, and private equity professionals; Build and maintain a robust pipeline of prospective clients through networking and referrals; Lead discussions with prospects regarding strategic business objectives, financing alternatives, and capital needs; Evaluate company financial statements and industry dynamics to structure solutions; Represent the bank within the local business community through industry associations and networking events.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC