Commercial Real Estate - CRE Portfolio Manager II

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The responsibility of this position is managing specialized work efficiently, with confidence and competence. The position requires above average attention to details, concern for the exact correctness of work, and strong commitment to tasks completed on time. The person in this position will take work seriously, has a strong sense of duty, and is disciplined. A somewhat faster-than-average pace will be the norm for this position.

Detailed, specialized work is the major focus. The person in this position will require clearly defined work, responsibilities, and reporting relationships, ongoing and thorough training opportunities to develop expertise and increase confidence, and frequently expressed appreciation of the person’s competence, conscientiousness, and loyalty. The position will provide security in a stable work environment, allowing the person to plan for, focus on and complete tasks on hand.

When changes in the nature of the work occur, the person in this position will need direction, training and support. The position will generally be task oriented, requiring someone with a conservative, careful, and cautious approach to work. As a Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager II, you will support Commercial & Specialty Banking business development on the identification and calling of prospects and referrals on a national and regional basis;

and coordination of calling efforts on identified prospects with Bank team partners. You will be responsible for a variety of tasks including effectively supporting the management of profitable client relationships and work with other areas in the Bank including Credit, Loan Operations and Executive Management, cross‑selling of the Bank’s lending, depository and Treasury Management products to new and existing bank clients, and assisting in the review and structuring of large complex transactions, present deals to credit officers, negotiate credit terms, and legal documentation with clients and referrals.

Also, you will lead underwriting on loan presentations ensuring the overall success and growth of an assigned portfolio by deepening relationships of existing clients and through the acquisition of new clients. Additionally, Commercial Real Estate Portfolio Manager II’s are expected to manage an existing portfolio of clients and monitor their operating performance that includes reviewing monthly/quarterly financial statements, completing renewals, increases, annual reviews, watch loan reports, borrowing base reconciliations, and monitor client relationship for compliance with credit standards.

Participation in community and business functions to ensure a positive image for the bank within the regions marketplace and establishing referral contacts within the community is an important part of the role. Finally, you will build a great rapport with clients and fellow associates and treat others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. All associates are expected to maintain current knowledge and consistent compliance with regulations and bank policies and procedures related to the position, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6+ years of relevant experience in commercial banking.
• Related specialty banking or finance experience.

• MBA or certification in the field
• 10+ years of relevant experience in commercial banking.
• Agribusiness credit background
• Moody’s Risk Analyst experience
• Completed formal credit training program.

• Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Identify key relationships to achieve strategic goals and provide strong credit knowledge
• Clearly and enthusiastically convey information and ideas in a manner that engages and persuades clients.
• Well‑developed and proven organizational skills with ability to utilize time efficiently.
• Ability to make sound and timely decisions, to…