Senior Relationship Manager, Franchise Finance

Position Title Senior Relationship Manager, Franchise Finance Location Nationwide, MI 48098 Job Summary The Senior Relationship Manager, Franchise Finance within Specialized Industries is responsible for originating new business and managing complex client relationships across the restaurant and fitness sectors, with a primary focus on franchisees, franchisors, and chain brands. The role serves as a trusted advisor to large and middle-market operators, leveraging deep industry expertise, market intelligence, and strong network connections to deliver tailored banking and credit solutions that align with the bank’s risk framework, growth objectives, and capabilities. The Senior Relationship Manager leads all aspects of relationship strategy, business development, deal origination, structuring, and portfolio oversight while partnering closely with product, credit, risk, and operational teams to drive profitable growth, maintain portfolio quality, and deliver an exceptional client experience. Job Responsibilities: New Business Origination: Develops and maintains relationships to generate direct deal flow. Position will be focused on generating new business that focuses on the entire banking relationship; Coordinates the team approach to approving and closing new deals to grow assets and revenues while optimizing profitability (ROE). Responsible for the origination, negotiation, structuring, pricing, underwriting, and closing of loans. Manages a complex commercial loan portfolio e