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How much do entry level commercial banker jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level commercial banker in the United States is $149,428.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,000.00 and $179,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Commercial Banker vs Loan Officer?

AspectEntry Level Commercial BankerLoan Officer
CredentialsTypically a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related fieldUsually a bachelor's degree; certifications like Mortgage Loan Originator (MLO) may be preferred
Work EnvironmentBank branches, corporate offices, client meetingsBank branches, lending offices, client consultations
Employer & Industry UsageCommercial banks, financial institutionsCommercial banks, mortgage companies, credit unions
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Entry Level Commercial Bankers and Loan Officers often share similar educational backgrounds and work environments within banking institutions. While both roles involve client interaction and financial services, Commercial Bankers focus on broader commercial banking services, whereas Loan Officers primarily handle loan applications and approvals. Understanding these differences helps job seekers identify the right entry point in the banking industry.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Commercial Banker job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 9% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $149,428 per year, or $71.8 per hour.
Assistant Vice President, Portfolio Management - Sponsor Finance

Assistant Vice President, Portfolio Management - Sponsor Finance

Western Alliance Bank

Chicago, IL

$100K - $123K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted yesterday


Job description

Job Title:

Assistant Vice President, Portfolio Management - Sponsor Finance

Location:

IL - Chicago LPO

What you'll do:

Western Alliance Bank's Sponsor Finance practice is seeking a high performing, junior underwriting and portfolio management professional to support and expand its Technology Sponsor Finance Lending platform. This role is designed for individuals with prior experience in private credit, investment banking, or technology-focused commercial banking.The primary responsibilities will include working closely with the deal team and credit administration professionals to drive initial modeling, structuring, underwriting and coordination of closing on private-equity backed transactions. The role requires strong modeling skills, financial statement analysis, presentation skills and intellectual curiosity.
  • Evaluate and execute credit facilities in support of leveraged buyouts, M&A, dividend recapitalizations and refinancings for private equity sponsors
  • Prepare and present memos from initial meeting with the private equity sponsor, executive management team to final close of the transaction
  • Deliver detailed credit analyses via memorandum that is included but not limited to: business overview, capital structure, key investment merits and risks, industry/competitive landscape, cash flow projections/sensitivity analysis, and other supporting reasons for recommendation to credit administration
  • Build financial models with a focus on theassessment of growth projections, cash flow, and sensitivity analysis
  • Manage and monitor a portfolio, including tracking and analyzing performance, amendment requests and communicating updates to the credit administration

What you'll need:

  • 2+ years of related experience in Portfolio Management or similar field.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Entry level to intermediate knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services.
  • Entry level to intermediate knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices.
  • Entry level to intermediate knowledge of commercial credit and loan structuring, and pricing dynamics. Credit analyst training completed.
  • Intermediate speaking and writing communication skills.
Compensation: Salary range for new hires is generally $100,370.00 - $123,983.00 for Chicago, IL. Salary amount is determined by specific job location. In addition, the role may be eligible for annual bonus/incentives earned and restricted stock.

Benefits you'll love:
We offer all the important things you'd want - like competitive salaries, an ownership stake in the company, medical and dental insurance, time off, a great 401k matching program, tuition assistance program, an employee volunteer program, and a wellness program. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to bolster your business knowledge, learning the ins and outs of how successful companies operate and manage their finances, giving you invaluable hands-on experience to help grow your career!

About the company:

Western Alliance Bank, Member FDIC, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Western Alliance Bancorporation. Serving clients nationwide, Western Alliance Bank includes six legacy bank brands - Alliance Association Bank, Alliance Bank of Arizona, Bank of Nevada, Bridge Bank, First Independent Bank and Torrey Pines Bank - that remain part of the company's heritage, as well as AmeriHome Mortgage, a Western Alliance Bank Company.

Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to equal employment and will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, age, nation origin, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetic information. Western Alliance Bancorporation is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process and/or need an alternative method of applying, please email HR@westernalliancebank.com or call 602-386-2488. When contacting us, please provide your contact information and state the nature of your accessibility issue. We will only respond to inquiries concerning requests that involve a reasonable accommodation in the application process.

Western Alliance Bancorporation