Credit Analyst I

City National Bank; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Career development resources

Time off benefits

Job summary

City National Bank in Irvine, CA is seeking an entry-level Credit Analyst I for Commercial Real Estate. You will assist with credit underwriting, portfolio reviews, and reporting to support underwriting and portfolio management.

This role emphasizes learning and development to build skills in credit analysis, risk management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams across CRE lending. On-site position with clear growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Finance, Business, or related field
• Desire to learn about credit management and lending operations
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Analytical skills, with interest in learning how to interpret complex data and make informed decisions

Responsibilities

• Support credit analysis and portfolio management activities for CRE loans
• Assist with credit underwriting and periodic portfolio reviews
• Prepare credit presentations and reports from data and market insights
• Monitor covenant compliance and identify risk in new and existing credits
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored CRE lending solutions

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, or related field

Job description

CREDIT ANALYST I-Commercial Real Estate

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

The Credit Analyst is an entry‑level position responsible for supporting credit analysis and portfolio management activities. This role involves assisting with credit underwriting and portfolio review activities. The Credit Analyst will learn how to analyze credit data, prepare reports, conduct periodic portfolio reviews, and other activities required to underwrite and manage a portfolio of credits. The Credit Analyst is expected to have a strong desire to learn underwriting and portfolio management skills, helping to maintain high standards of credit quality and compliance.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• The Commercial Real Estate Credit [Products/Solutions] team provides underwriting and proactive portfolio management expertise to the Bank’s CRE clients, including private individuals and family offices, and institutional funds/investors/developers.
• Colleagues will partner across numerous bank lines and divisions to provide tailored CRE lending solutions to clients, while proactively identifying risk on new and existing credits within the portfolio through a combination of internal and external resources.
• CRE portfolio includes a variety of loan products secured or supported by varying asset types.
• Credit Analysis: Performs credit analysis activities to assess creditworthiness of borrowers, guarantors, and sponsors.
• Performance Monitoring: Performs portfolio management activities to monitor and analyze portfolio performance, including periodic reviews and covenant tracking.
• Data Analysis: Analyzes credit data, market and industry reports, trendcards, and prepare credit presentations to support underwriting and portfolio management.
• Risk Management: Supports effective risk management practices, maintaining high standards of credit quality and origination in alignment with Bank’s credit risk appetite, and compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration: Works closely with team members to ensure cohesive and effective credit operations. Participate in ad-hoc projects to support the organization’s priorities.
• Learning and Development: Demonstrates a strong desire to learn underwriting and portfolio management skills, actively seeking opportunities for professional growth and development.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Finance, Business, or related field

Additional Qualifications

• Desire to learn about credit management and lending operations as well as risk management principles
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Analytical skills, with interest in learning how to interpret complex data and make informed decisions

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

Compensation

Starting base salary: $25.93 - $41.43 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. This job is eligible for bonus and/or commissions.

Benefits and Perks

At City National, we strive to be the best at whatever we do, including the benefits and perks we offer our colleagues including:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, available the first of the month following start date
• Generous 401(k) company matching contribution
• Career Development through Tuition Reimbursement and other internal upskilling and training resources
• Valued Time Away benefits including vacation, sick and volunteer time
• Specialized health and family planning benefits including fertility benefits, and cancer, diabetes and musculoskeletal support programs
• Career Mobility support from a dedicated recruitment team
• Colleague Resource Groups to support networking and community engagement

ABOUT US

Since day one we've always gone further than the competition to help our clients, colleagues and communities flourish. City National Bank was founded in 1954 by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs and that legacy of integrity, community and unparalleled client relationships continues today. City National is a subsidiary of Royal Bank of Canada, one of North America’s leading diversified financial services companies. To learn more about City National and our dynamic company culture, visit us at About Us.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

City National Bank fosters an inclusive environment where all forms of diversity are valued and leveraged to make us a better company and employer. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other basis protected by law.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*Represents basic qualifications for the position. To be considered for this position, you must at least meet the required qualifications.

Unless otherwise indicated as fully remote, reporting into a designated City National location is an essential function of the job.