Senior Loan Assistant

Why Bank OZK Founded on a legacy of more than 120 years in banking, Bank OZK is much more than just a company. We’re nationally recognized as an industry leader in financial services. That means we combine exceptional service with innovative technologies to deliver smart solutions to our clients across the country. We’re investing in small businesses, fueling economies in local communities and changing skylines in the largest cities across America. Here, we're not simply filling roles. We're fostering even greater careers.   The foundation for a great career starts with an exceptional team and a comprehensive benefits package. We believe in providing our dedicated team members with the best resources to support their physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including generous PTO, 401(k) matching, health, dental, vision (and pet!) insurance as well as special perks and discounts. Learn more about Bank OZK  benefits .   Job Purpose & Scope Assists with the distribution of work, questions, process improvement, and operational support for the lending team.  Serves as secondary contact with clients and prospects, and a primary point of contact for the lending team to assist in client servicing, administrative processes, and data tracking. Essential Job Functions Offers guidance, direction, and support in all areas of lending; ensures loan assistants are up to date with process and procedure and distributes loan assignments. Acts as a secondary point of contact for all internal and external calls to the department and directly assists with servicing client needs. Reviews and analyzes lending procedures for maximum   efficiency, assists with implementing revised procedures when   necessary. Coordinates with all lending assistants to manage workload by ensuring adequate coordination of coverage to support applications in process. Monitors and reviews the preparation and maintenance of loan files for all loan types. Assists with the coordination of various loan documentation and information prior to loan closing; maintains contact with attorneys, environmental inspectors, title companies, insurance agents,   etc. Reviews l oan   documents   for   completeness   and   accuracy, as needed. Compiles data for preparation of monthly loan reports including but not limited to Past Due Report, Maturity Report, Collateral Exception Report, Financial Report, and Other Reports, as needed. Oversees all escalation items, involving partner groups. Maintains good punctuality and attendance to work. Follows Bank policy, procedures, and guidelines. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of lending and associated administrative process and procedures. Ability   to handle confidential   information professionally. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability   to multi-task when there are competing   demands and  work   well   with exacting  deadlines. Ability to maintain attention   to detail and accuracy  with exceptional   organizational   and   time management   skills. Ability to mentor and train other team members. Ability   to   learnand perform effectively  in a fast-paced environment. Ability   to apply knowledge and concepts to practical situations and  to carry   out   instructions. Ability   to analyze data and solve problems effectively. Ability   to demonstrate effective interpersonal skillswith   customers,   clients,general   public, and other   employees of   the   organization. Skill in using loan application software. Skill in using computer   and including   MicrosoftOffice, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

High school   diploma or   equivalent,   required; bachelor’s degree in job-related field, preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a loan assistant, required. Minimum of five (5) years of experience working at a financial institution in lending assistant, operations, and/or financial analysis