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The Private Banker I is responsible for comprehensive management and service delivery, specifically catered to Simmons Private Banking and high-net-worth customers. Including, but not limited to, encompassing relationship oversight, new client acquisition, promotion of Private Banking consumer products, and facilitating connections with various bank departments to enhance client engagement. This position requires thorough knowledge of Private Banking offerings, while maintaining a comprehensive knowledge of Simmons Bank product lines. Key measurements of success are net new loan and deposit growth, referrals to other lines of business, and portfolio management including asset quality. This position is expected to grow a portfolio through new and organic business, and serve as a referral partner in established markets.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Assess potential client prospects to determine their eligibility for the Private Banking program and conduct referrals to other lines of business as needed.
Proactively addresses potential client’s and Private Banking client’s needs through relational selling in a trusted advisor role to assist them in recognizing opportunities and risks while helping them accomplish their goals through their use of Simmons Bank’s products and services.
Maintains high level of customer relationship and professionalism.
Reviews and analyzes financial information to determine a customer’s creditworthiness.
Works closely with senior-level Private Bankers and with representatives from other Simmons LOB that would provide a well-rounded banking relationship for our clients
Become active in the community through membership in business organizations, community events, and/or non-profit organizations to deepen relationships with clients and prospects.
Ability to meet individual goals and contribute to a team-oriented environment to ensure departmental and Bank wide goals are met.
Sets and achieves challenging goals without direct supervision and contributes to a positive team spirit.
Achieves measures of success in relationship retention, expansion, and advocacy.
Proactively participates in educational and development opportunities to better serve clients.
Adheres to loan policies and procedures with complete documented files to ensure satisfactory reviews from internal and external audits.
Ensures all departmental documents and activities are performed in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures as applicable to this position, including completion of required compliance training.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Skills

Understanding of banking products and services, and how to tailor a package to clients that best serve their needs.
Well-developed interpersonal and negotiating skills are required.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Basic accounting, credit, and sales skills.
Detail oriented and proven ability to multi-task.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, general business correspondence and/or journals or government regulations.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret financial report and/or legal documents.
Ability to write routine reports and business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations, to customers, clients, and other employees in the organization
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public and/or boards of directors.

Education and/or Experience

A Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, related field, or relevant job experience is preferred.
2+ years banking experience with basic sales skills and elevated customer service are preferred.
Experience in the local market required for better understanding of the environment and potential customer base.

Computer Skills

MS Office programs
Proficiency in lending computer software

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

NMLS required.

Other Qualifications (including physical requirements)

Analytical – ability to collect data and use experience and skill set to make decisions.
Oral – Possesses the ability to speak clearly and persuasively in all situations. Responds clearly to questions and demonstrates presentations skills.
Written – Written material is informative; edits work for spelling and grammar.

Other

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Skills Training:

Communication, Time Management, Critical Thinking
Customer Service, Presentation Skills, Sales

Equal Employment Opportunity Information: Simmons First National Corporation and its subsidiaries are committed to a policy of equal employment with respect to a person's race, color, religion, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, covered veterans, military status, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected classifications.

About the company

Simmons Bank operates as a community bank with 200 locations across six states. It offers deposits, loans, mortgages, and digital banking to help customers manage money securely anywhere. Its products work through in-branch, online, and mobile channels with local decision-making and a strong local presence that aligns with a community-bank approach. Its goal is to help customers achieve personal dreams—such as buying a home or starting a business—by providing accessible, personalized financial services.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Jackson, Mississippi

Founded

1903

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Loan balances reached $17.9 billion in Q1 2026, up 5% sequentially.
Wealth management added $350 million in new assets under management during Q1 2026.
Recer's Texas and Nashville expansion targets higher-growth commercial clients across profitable markets.

What critics are saying

December 4, 2026 closures cut 26 branches, hit 100 employees, and cost $20-$23 million.
Retail shrink signals weak branch economics and accelerates customer defections to larger digital rivals.
Commercial real estate stress and deposit competition can compress margins and punish earnings through 2027.

What makes Simmons Bank unique

Simmons Bank spans six states, pairing community branches with commercial banking depth.
Jay Brogdon is reallocating branch overlap savings into digital tools and product innovation.
Lisa Hunter built Simmons' online banking, treasury management, and data office infrastructure.

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Yahoo Finance

Oct 15th, 2026

Three regional bank stocks, CVB, Simmons and Seacoast, that could gain if rates stay higher

Stronger-than-expected inflation has kept the "higher for longer" interest rate outlook alive. A Simply Wall St screen flagged three US regional banks that could gain if borrowing costs stay firm. CVB Financial, with a market cap of $3.8 billion, runs Citizens Business Bank in California. Its integration of Heritage Commerce lifted assets to about $21.2 billion. Simmons First National ($3.2 billion) expects $1.8 billion to $2.5 billion of fixed-rate loans paying under 4% to reprice over the next 12 to 24 months. It expects that to hold its net interest margin around the mid 3.80s. Seacoast Banking Corporation of Florida ($3.0 billion) saw wealth management assets under management rise 45% year over year, with income up 42%.

Yahoo Finance

Oct 14th, 2026

Simmons First National Q3 preview: 7.6% revenue growth expected after $251.6M last quarter

Simmons First National (NASDAQ:SFNC) will report third-quarter earnings on Thursday after market close. Analysts expect revenue to grow 7.6% year on year, slower than the 12.7% rise in the same quarter last year. Last quarter, the regional bank met revenue expectations with $251.6 million, up 14.1%. It missed analysts' estimates for earnings per share and net interest income. Analysts have largely held their estimates over the past 30 days. The company has a history of beating Wall Street expectations. Bank stocks have fallen 7.5% on average over the last month; Simmons is down 4.7%. Its shares trade at $22.16, against an average analyst price target of $25.93.

University of Arkansas at Monticello

Sep 25th, 2026

Hargis named UAM vice chancellor for Advancement.

Hargis named UAM vice chancellor for Advancement. The University of Arkansas at Monticello has announced the appointment of Brian Hargis as vice chancellor for Advancement. Hargis assumed the role on September 1, 2026, bringing more than two decades of experience in relationship building, community leadership, strategic partnerships, fundraising support and organizational growth across the banking and nonprofit sectors. A proud UAM alumnus, Hargis earned his Bachelor of Science in agriculture business degree from UAM and has remained deeply engaged in advancing opportunities throughout southeast Arkansas. In 2016, he completed the Graduate School of Banking at LSU, further strengthening his leadership and financial management expertise. Prior to joining UAM, Hargis served nearly 15 years as community president for Simmons Bank in Monticello, where he led market operations and cultivated strong partnerships among businesses, nonprofit organizations, civic leaders and community stakeholders in southeast Arkansas. Throughout his career, Hargis has demonstrated a unique ability to connect philanthropic resources with community needs. Most notably, he partnered with the Simmons First Foundation to secure support for numerous organizations and initiatives, including UAM, the SEARK Concert Association, the Miracle League of Southeast Arkansas, Vera Lloyd Presbyterian Family Services and The Centers for Youth and Families. He has also served on the board of the Monticello Economic Development Commission since 2011, helping guide initiatives that promote economic growth and regional collaboration. Dr. Peggy Doss, chancellor of UAM, stated, "Mr. Hargis brings a strong combination of professional experience, financial expertise and a genuine love for UAM and our community. As a UAM alumnus, he understands the impact of this university on the lives of our students, our community and our state. His background in banking and finance and his ability to build meaningful relationships will be tremendous assets as he leads our advancement and alumni efforts. We are excited to welcome him back to UAM and look forward to the leadership he will bring to this important work." "I am incredibly honored to return to my alma mater and join UAM as vice chancellor for Advancement," Hargis said. "UAM has played a profound role in my life and career. I look forward to working with alumni, donors, community leaders, faculty, staff and friends of the university to build more meaningful partnerships and create new opportunities that will benefit our students and the communities we serve." As vice chancellor for Advancement, Hargis will oversee fundraising, alumni engagement, donor relations, foundation partnerships, grant development and external relations efforts designed to support UAM's strategic priorities and enhance student success.

NWAhomepage

Sep 4th, 2026

Simmons Bank closing 26 locations, 6 in Arkansas by end of 2026.

Simmons Bank closing 26 locations, 6 in Arkansas by end of 2026. Posted: Sep 4, 2026 / 04:21 PM CDT Updated: Sep 4, 2026 / 04:21 PM CDT PINE BLUFF, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) - Arkansas-based Simmons Bank recently announced it would close more than two dozen locations by the end of the year. In a Sept. 3 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Simmons First National Corporation, the parent company of Simmons Bank, said it would be closing 26 locations. "The Company's decision was made as part of a broader review of the Company's retail network strategy, and the Branch Closures are intended to align Simmons Bank's branch network with evolving customer preferences while maintaining customer access, preserving service levels, and continuing to provide advice, guidance, and financial solutions through nearby branches and other banking channels," the filing said. Simmons also noted in the filing that approximately 100 associates will be impacted by the closures, but around 70% of them will be retained and hired at other branch locations or alternative positions within the company. KNWA/FOX24 reached out to Simmons Bank for comment on the closures, and a spokesperson provided the following statement: "How customers choose to bank with us has changed significantly in recent years. While branches remain an essential part of our customer experience, many routine transactions have migrated to digital, ATM, phone and other self-service channels. As customer preferences continue to evolve, we periodically evaluate our physical network to ensure we are serving customers where and how they prefer to bank while preserving the relationship-based service they value. After careful review, we have decided to close 26 branch locations effective Friday, December 4. By reducing overlap within our network, we create additional capacity to invest in customer-facing capabilities, digital tools, product innovation and other enhancements that strengthen the overall customer experience. This redeployment will help us drive growth in all our markets. As we undertake this effort to build a stronger and more sustainable delivery model, we remain focused on supporting customers throughout the transition. We will not compromise the customer experience, and receiving branches have been evaluated to ensure they can effectively support incoming customers while maintaining service levels. Our commitment to serving our communities remains unchanged. Customers will continue to have access to banking services through nearby branches and other banking channels, and we will maintain a strong presence in the communities we serve." These Arkansas locations will be closing, according to the spokesperson: * 4200 Rogers Ave. in Fort Smith * 2350 Malvern Ave. in Hot Springs * 501 W. Washington in Jonesboro * 3901 Camp Robinson Rd. in North Little Rock * 1704 North University in Pine Bluff * 8107 Dollarway Rd. in White Hall The spokesperson mentioned that customers at impacted locations can visit a nearby Simmons Bank branch, "which is, on average, less than 3 miles away." All closures are expected to be effective on Dec. 4, the filing said.

SpotOnArkansas.com

Sep 4th, 2026

Simmons Bank closing 26 branches in december, 6 in arkansas.

Simmons Bank closing 26 branches in december, 6 in arkansas. Simmons First National Corporation has decided to close 26 Simmons Bank locations, according to a September 1 filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commi |!| Little Rock

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