Commercial Loan Portfolio Manager

Columbia Banking System; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Employee assistance program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Mental health resources

Identity theft protection

Legal support

Auto and home insurance

Pet insurance

Online discount marketplace

Paid vacation, sick days, volunteer;d,

Job summary

Columbia Bank in Redding, CA is seeking a Commercial Credit Underwriter to manage a $50–$200 million portfolio. You will underwrite, monitor credit risk, and present recommendations to Credit Administration and the Commercial Relationship Manager.

This role requires coordinating with client relationships, promoting bank products, and ensuring adherence to credit policy and regulatory guidelines. Frequent travel to client sites and on-site work at the Redding office are expected, with

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of relevant commercial lending experience.
• Experience as Commercial Credit Underwriter or Commercial Relationship Manager preferred.
• Strong knowledge of underwriting, credit policy, and risk rating.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and monitor a large commercial loan portfolio and client relationships.
• Analyze financial data to evaluate loan requests and make formal recommendations.
• Collaborate with Commercial Relationship Manager and Credit Administration.
• Ensure compliance with credit policy and regulatory guidelines; manage risk.
• Promote bank products and services to cross-sell to clients.

Skills

Commercial underwriting

Credit monitoring

Portfolio management

Relationship management

Cross-selling

Cash-flow analysis

Collateral analysis

Product knowledge

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role:

Responsible for underwriting, credit monitoring, and managing a $50-$200 million portfolio of Commercial Banking relationships. Manage and monitor a large commercial loan portfolio and commercial relationships by analyzing financial data to determine the merits of specific loan requests and make formal recommendations and presentations to Commercial Relationship Manager and Credit Administration. Partner with the Commercial Relationship Manager as the point of a contact for the client; acting as a liaison to the Credit Department, the Commercial support staff and other internal business partners. Ensure the portfolio administration and risk management of each client relationship is in compliance with established credit policy, procedure and business strategy as well as commercial and regulatory guidelines. Attends meetings with customers; expands existing relationships by assessing customer needs and proactively promotes and cross markets bank products and services, and keeps client informed of special promotions. Works on complex problems requiring in-depth evaluation of client information. Ensure the loan portfolio is properly risk rated. Makes decisions on loans and terms within established lending limits, or refers these issues to next appropriate level of authority. Analyzes credit to determine the ability of customers and prospective customers to qualify for ensuing borrowing requirements. Conducts due diligence/analysis with new client relationships as appropriate. Monitor loan repayment activities and financial condition of borrowing clients and take necessary action to collect past due accounts and ongoing repayment ability of all other accounts. Demonstrates compliance with all bank regulations for assigned job function and applies to designated job responsibilities – knowledge may be gained through coursework and on-the-job training. Keeps up to date on regulation changes. Follows all Bank policies and procedures, compliance regulations, and completes all required annual or job-specific training. Maintain a working knowledge of Bank's written policies and procedures regarding Bank Secrecy Act, Regulation CC, Regulation E, Bank Security and other regulations as applicable to this job description. May be asked to coach, mentor, or train others and teach coursework as subject matter expert. Actively learns, demonstrates, and fosters the Columbia corporate culture in all actions and words. Takes personal initiative and is a positive example for others to emulate. Embraces our vision to become "Business Bank of Choice" May perform other duties as assigned.

About You:

Education Experience 4-7 years — of relevant commercial lending experience and/or prior experience as a Commercial Credit Underwriter or Commercial Relationship Manager (Required)

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of commercial underwriting, credit monitoring and portfolio management.
• Strong relationship management and business development abilities, analytical and problem solving skills, strong sales skills and credit and credit quality skills.
• Advanced understanding of credit policy and procedures and can accurately risk-rate loans/credits, evaluates both cash-flow and collateral-based loans/credits.
• Advanced knowledge of commercial bank products and services that result in successfully capitalizing on all opportunities to cross-sell the bank’s products.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills and ability to exercise sound business judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups across the company to manage customer relationships.
• Ability to partner effectively with team (i.e. Commercial Relationship Manager, Underwriter) and Credit Administration.
• Advanced knowledge of commercial lending policies, procedures, practices and documentation.
• Advanced proficiency with personal computers and related software packages such as MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to train and present to small and large audiences

Travel Requirements:

Frequent

The pay range for this role:

The pay range for this role is $93,000.00 to $165,000.00. The pay rate for the selected candidate is dependent upon a variety of non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, education, and geographic location. The role may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation, and those details will be provided during the recruitment process.

Primary Location:

Ability to work fully onsite at posted location(s). 1951 Churn Creek Redding CA 96002

Our Benefits:

• We offer eligible associates comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
• a 401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
• an employee assistance program
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• tuition assistance
• mental health resources
• identity theft protection
• legal support
• auto and home insurance
• pet insurance
• access to an online discount marketplace
• paid vacation, sick days, volunteer days, and holidays.

Benefit eligibility begins the first day of the month following the date of hire for associates who are regularly scheduled to work at least thirty hours weekly.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Columbia Bank is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to employing, engaging, and developing a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other applicable protected status or characteristics.

If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview(s), please let us know by email: [e-mail].

To Staffing and Recruiting Agencies:

Our posted job opportunities are only intended for individuals seeking employment at Columbia Bank. Columbia Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes or applications from agencies and Columbia Bank will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resume submissions. Staffing and recruiting agencies are not authorized to submit profiles, applications, or resumes to this site or to any Columbia Bank employee and any such submissions will be considered unsolicited unless requested directly by a member of the Talent Acquisition team.

At Columbia Bank, we’re redefining what it means to bank and to build a career.

As the West’s premier banking experience, we combine the strength and scale of a leading financial institution with the heart and mindset of a community bank. With more than 350 locations across eight states, we deliver relationship-based service backed by regional expertise and resources that help families and businesses thrive.

Our culture is built on Do RIGHT, which means:

• Relationships: We create authentic connections with customers, colleagues, and communities.
• Impact: Every role here makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives and local economies.
• Growth: We invest in your success with career development, mentorship, and learning opportunities.
• Heart: We care deeply about doing what’s best for our customers and each other.
• Trust: Integrity and transparency guide everything we do.

Why work for Columbia Bank?

A strong, stable financial foundation with over $67 billion in assets and a diverse portfolio that supports flexibility and opportunity. A culture of belonging and purpose, where your ideas matter and your work has impact. Competitive benefits and flexibility designed to help you thrive personally and professionally. Community engagement that matters, from supporting local businesses to empowering youth through financial literacy initiatives.

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