Loan Administrator - CRE Closing

Associated Banc‑Corp; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Military benefits

Job summary

Associated Bank in Milwaukee is seeking a Loan Administrator – CRE to coordinate the closing and funding of commercial real estate and construction lending transactions. You will partner with borrowers, relationship managers, attorneys, and banking partners to move deals efficiently from due diligence through booking.

You will gain exposure to complex CRE transactions while developing deep expertise in loan administration and compliance with banking regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 3+ years of customer service experience in a professional office.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial lending, CRE finance, or loan administration.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple transactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end closing process for CRE and construction loans.
• Coordinate borrowers, counsel, title companies, and internal stakeholders to meet closing requirements.
• Review due diligence, insurance docs, loan documents, and closing conditions.
• Prepare settlement statements and oversee funding and disbursement of loan proceeds.
• Monitor post-closing deliverables and maintain complete loan files.
• Maintain data integrity across lending and CRM systems.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance

Job description

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you. Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.

Loan Administrator – CRE

We are seeking a Loan Administrator – CRE to coordinate the successful closing and funding of commercial real estate and construction lending transactions. In this role, you will partner with borrowers, relationship managers, attorneys, and banking partners to move deals efficiently from due diligence through booking. You’ll gain exposure to complex transactions while developing deep expertise in commercial real estate lending and loan administration.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage the end-to-end closing process for commercial real estate and construction loans, ensuring transactions close accurately and on schedule.
• Coordinate borrowers, legal counsel, title companies, syndication partners, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and meet closing requirements.
• Review due diligence, insurance documentation, loan documents, and closing conditions to ensure compliance and completeness.
• Prepare settlement statements, facilitate funding activities, and oversee the disbursement of loan proceeds.
• Support syndicated transactions by managing member bank requirements, funding timelines, and documentation activities.
• Monitor post-closing deliverables, clear documentation exceptions, and maintain complete and accurate loan files.
• Maintain data integrity across lending and customer relationship management systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, internal policies, and loan administration standards.

Education & Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of customer service experience in a professional office environment.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial lending, commercial real estate finance, legal documentation, accounting, or loan administration.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of commercial loan documentation, due diligence requirements, and banking processes.

Preferred

• 3+ years of experience in construction loan monitoring and/or commercial loan closing.
• 3+ years of experience reviewing and analyzing credit and loan documentation.
• 3+ years of experience reviewing commercial real estate due diligence materials.
• Knowledge of commercial real estate documentation, title practices, state lien laws, and syndicated lending transactions.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that values relationship building, continuous learning, and exceptional client service. We provide opportunities to expand your commercial real estate expertise, work on complex transactions, and grow your career in a supportive environment.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.

Benefits

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR. Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact [e-mail] if you need an accommodation at any time during the process.

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Pay Transparency

Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant. The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role. For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.

$23.16 - $39.70 per hour

At Associated Bank, our purpose is to uplift our customers, community and colleagues to be financially stronger. We do this through our relentless focus on people, with a winning spirit, by listening before we act and with a commitment to achieve together.

What does it mean to be #RootedHere? For us, it means having a career that grows with you. We think you’ll like the opportunities available at Associated Bank.