Portfolio Manager II - ESB

City National Bank; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

City National Bank is seeking a Portfolio Manager II for its ESB segment in New York. The role focuses on credit management, managing a sub-set of credits, and partnering in originations, with emphasis on risk-adjusted returns and adherence to bank policies.

The candidate will provide credit recommendations, oversee portfolio risk, and collaborate with Relationship Managers to maintain strong client relationships and timely credit solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Finance, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressively increasing credit underwriting and portfolio management experience in relevant industry/industries.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive credit recommendations and presentations to risk partners based on borrower financials.
• Present credit recommendations within risk appetite and bank policies.
• Maintain ongoing oversight of the portfolio, including risk rating assessments and covenant tracking.
• Own and manage an assigned credit portfolio, including underwriting all types of credit exposures and responding to inquiries.
• Analyze credit data to support underwriting and creditworthiness assessments.
• Collaborate with Relationship Managers to manage credit relationships and support organizational priorities.
• Deliver exceptional client service by understanding client needs and proposing tailored credit solutions.

Skills

Credit underwriting

Portfolio management

Financial analysis

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business

Job description

PORTFOLIO MANAGER II - ESB

WHAT IS THE OPPORTUNITY?

The Portfolio Manager is part of the credit management team focused on the long‑term risk‑adjusted returns for the bank within the assigned business segment and/or geographic area(s). This individual manages a sub‑set of existing credits and is a key partner in the origination of new credits.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Provide comprehensive credit recommendations and presentations to key risk partners related to prospect(s) and existing clients of the bank (including moderate to complex new credit structures, modifications, and extensions) based on a comprehensive review of the borrower(s) and guarantor(s)' financials (which may include current and historical financial statements, tax returns, projections and/or cash flow proformas.)
• This individual is expected to present credit recommendations within the bank's risk appetite and framework and follow the bank's policies, processes and procedures.
• This individual is expected to be responsive to their clients' credit needs with an elevated level of client service and credit acumen to address their needs appropriately and timely.
• This individual is responsible for the ongoing oversight and management of its portfolio (including timely risk rating assessments, reporting covenants, covenant compliance, and the preparation of quarterly and annual reports.)

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Teamwork: Mentors junior colleagues, fosters a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
• Portfolio Management: Owns and manages an assigned credit portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and risk management practices, including underwriting all types of credit exposures, managing credit risk, and responding to prospective client inquiries.
• Credit Analysis: Analyzes credit data and perform underwriting to assess creditworthiness and recommend appropriate structures to the Sales team and client. Prepare underwriting memorandums and approval documents for presentation to Credit Risk.
• Performance Monitoring: Performs portfolio management activities to monitor and analyze portfolio performance, including periodic reviews and covenant tracking.
• Data Analysis: Analyzes credit data to support underwriting and creditworthiness assessments including developing and presenting individual credit recommendations.
• Risk Management: Practices effective risk management, maintaining high standards of credit quality and origination in alignment with Bank’s credit risk appetite, and compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration: Partners with Relationship Manager(s) to successfully manage credit account relationships. Work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure cohesive and effective credit operations to achieve the Bank’s strategic initiatives. Participate in ad‑hoc projects to support the organization’s priorities.
• Client Service: Provides exceptional client service by maintaining professionalism and effectively interacting with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored credit solutions. Participate in joint sales pitches with Relationship Manager(s).

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SUCCEED?

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Finance, Business, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of progressively increasing credit underwriting and portfolio management experience in relevant industry/industries

Additional Qualifications

• Intermediate experience in credit management and lending operations, with a strong understanding of risk management principles
• Desire to build leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to train and develop talent......