Conversion & Special Projects Manager; Loans

Conversion & Special Projects Manager (Loans)

Join First Mid as a Conversion & Special Projects Manager (Loans) and help integrate acquired bank systems.

• Develop conversion plan and conversion playbook for Loan Operations working with vendor timelines and resources.
• Perform comprehensive gap analyses of systems, job processes, product design, and customer profile and produce business insights and recommendations.
• Work with department heads to determine the need for new products, service charge routines, etc. before system mapping.
• Create data maps and transaction workflow documents that detail how every field of information will be converted. Share data maps with vendors to ensure successful conversion.
• Validate results of conversion program and other programming changes. Develop, monitor, and lead the validation team.
• Utilize Business Analytics and other systems to streamline the mapping and validation process.
• Develop expertise in core and ancillary systems and processes (First Mid Bank’s and the acquired bank’s) and identify interdependencies and impacts of changes to the systems.
• Maintain effective communication with operational and project teams and act as the “voice” of the business during the project.
• Identify fields/data that must be corrected post‑conversion and develop a plan to resolve issues; use systems for process automation.
• Direct the post‑conversion clean‑up process and engage operational resources as needed.
• Review system specifications for cleanup pre‑ and post‑conversion and determine needed changes for the combined institution.
• Act as primary conversion team lead for Business Line, including subcommittee with vendors.
• Serve as primary resource during conversion, answer questions, troubleshoot problems, support implementation of new procedures, communicate last‑minute training if necessary, and provide support during conversion week.
• Identify and document lessons learned and other opportunities for process improvements.
• When bank conversions are not in play, lead other business‑unit projects.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Business Administration required.
• Experience: 7+ years of specialized training or experience in all areas of bank operations, with a focus on Loans.
• Skills:
  • Self‑starter, goal‑oriented, able to function remotely with little direction.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects/tasks.
  • Thorough knowledge of banking operations, regulations, processes, and computer applications.
  • High level of confidentiality and accuracy with detailed information.
  • Excellent organizational skills for accurate and timely task completion.
  • Proficient in spreadsheet, word processing, Business Analytics, and Foxtrot systems.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to interact with staff and senior officers professionally.
  • Occasional flexibility to work early, late, or longer than the normal workday.
  • Adequate knowledge of internal policies, procedures, and state and federal laws governing departmental functions.

• Competitive health, dental & vision coverage with HSA match
• 401(k) with employer match + Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous PTO, paid holidays & parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement & performance‑based bonuses
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First Mid Bancshares, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other applicable federal or state‑protected classification.

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