SVP, Commercial Banking Executive

Commercial Banking Executive – Hampton Roads

Organization: New Horizon Bank

New Horizon Bank is seeking a high-performing Commercial Banking Executive to expand and deepen our commercial banking relationships across the Hampton Roads market.

This is a senior-level commercial role focused on full-relationship banking, core deposit growth, and disciplined loan production. The ideal candidate is an experienced commercial banker with a strong local network and a passion for building long-term client relationships.

Hampton Roads is a strategic market for the bank, and we are investing in experienced bankers who want to grow with a high-performance, growth-oriented platform.

• Drive meaningful core deposit growth, with emphasis on operating accounts and non-interest bearing deposits.
• Originate well-structured commercial loans aligned with credit standards.
• Develop and manage a robust commercial pipeline.
• Deliver full-relationship banking solutions including loans, deposits, treasury management, trust, and fee-based services.
• Target larger, relationship-driven clients across the Hampton Roads region.

• Expand the bank’s visibility and influence within the Norfolk and broader Hampton Roads business community.
• Represent the bank at industry, community, and business events.
• Identify industry or niche opportunities aligned with the bank’s long-term strategy.
• Strengthen strategic client and referral relationships.
• Partner cross-functionally with Credit, Treasury Management, Trust, and Operations.
• Model disciplined sales activity and client engagement.
• Contribute insight into market growth initiatives and long-term strategy.
• Maintain strong credit quality and underwriting discipline.
• Proactively manage portfolio performance and client risk.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards.

• Net deposit growth (core and operating accounts)
• Commercial loan production
• Relationship depth and cross-sell penetration
• Contribution to overall market profitability

• 10+ years of commercial banking experience
• Demonstrated track record of deposit and loan production
• Strong credit acumen
• Executive presence and relationship-building skills