Commercial Lender II - CRE & Construction Specialist (Hybrid)

Columbia Bank New Jersey; Fair Lawn (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Rx

Employee Stock Option Program (ESOP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Sick Time

401k Program

Job summary

Columbia Bank New Jersey is seeking an experienced Commercial Lender to maintain and develop customer relationships while managing a portfolio of loans. This role involves analyzing complex loans, approving them as per lending authority, and developing new business relations. The ideal candidate should have a robust background in commercial lending, preferably with 8+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree in finance or related fields.

The job offers a hybrid work schedule and provides several benefits, including medical and employee stock options. Strong communication skills and local market knowledge are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years experience in Commercial Lending.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Commercial Lender.
• Formal credit training required.
• Local business experience specifically Northern NJ.

Responsibilities

• Maintains performing commercial loans and assists lending team.
• Interviews new loan applicants and analyzes financial data.
• Develops new business and cross-sells Bank products.
• Monitors delinquencies and evaluates problem loans.
• Prepares monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Skills

Commercial Lending

Analysis

Loan Approval

Customer Relationship Management

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or Business

Master’s degree in finance, business or economics (preferred)

Job description

Columbia Bank New Jersey is seeking an experienced Commercial Lender to maintain and develop customer relationships while managing a portfolio of loans. This role involves analyzing complex loans, approving them as per lending authority, and developing new business relations. The ideal candidate should have a robust background in commercial lending, preferably with 8+ years of experience and a bachelor's degree in finance or related fields.

The job offers a hybrid work schedule and provides several benefits, including medical and employee stock options. Strong communication skills and local market knowledge are essential for this role.