Risk Management - Credit Officer - Associate

JPMorgan Chase; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Credit Officer Associate in Irvine to conduct credit analysis for commercial real estate and multifamily loans, guiding decisions through data-driven insights. You will evaluate cash flows, valuations, and regulatory requirements while coordinating with sales, processing, and closing teams.

The role emphasizes learning, mentorship, and a collaborative culture within Risk Management and Compliance, with a focus on accuracy and timely recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business or finance concentration.
• 2 years of experience in commercial real estate lending or 3 years of other banking or finance experience.
• Good understanding of multifamily real estate property valuations and cash flow analysis.
• Strong financial analysis skills, including evaluating property cash flows, property valuation, and personal financial statements.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a collaborative, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and manage processes to complete credit analysis and other assignments as needed.
• Familiarity with regional markets and municipal regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to quickly adapt to proprietary systems.

Responsibilities

• Implement all facets of credit analysis on commercial real estate and multifamily loans.
• Identify issues and concerns, evaluate results, and formulate effective recommendations in a timely manner.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business stakeholders including sales, processing, closing, and legal.
• Apply relevant policies, standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements to all credit analysis activities.
• Apply data analysis techniques to interpret results and provide insights and recommendations to management.
• Monitor industry trends and best practices in credit risk management to enhance decision-making and maintain a competitive edge.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication

Prioritization

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Bring your expertise to JPMorgan Chase. As part of Risk Management and Compliance, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient. You help the firm grow its business in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks, and using your expert judgment to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers, and communities. Our culture in Risk Management and Compliance is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class.

As a Credit Officer Associate within the Credit Risk team, you will conduct essential credit analysis, perform due diligence, and review documentation for new commercial real estate transactions with an emphasis on multifamily lending. You will operate in a dynamic, high-volume, and fast-paced environment, analyzing loans ranging from $1 million to $25 million+. You will be part of a highly collaborative team that prioritizes learning, professional development, inclusivity, and mentorship.

Job Responsibilities:

• Implement all facets of credit analysis on commercial real estate and multifamily loans

• Identify issues and concerns, evaluate results, and formulate effective recommendations in a timely manner

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business stakeholders including sales, processing, closing, and legal

• Apply relevant policies, standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements to all credit analysis activities

• Apply data analysis techniques to interpret results and provide insights and recommendations to management

• Monitor industry trends and best practices in credit risk management to enhance decision-making and maintain a competitive edge

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in a business or finance concentration

• 2 years of experience in commercial real estate lending or 3 years of other banking or finance experience

• Good understanding of multifamily real estate property valuations and cash flow analysis

• Strong financial analysis skills, including evaluating property cash flows, property valuation, and personal financial statements

• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a collaborative, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail

• Excellent verbal and written communication and problem-solving skills

• Ability to prioritize, plan, and manage processes to complete credit analysis and other assignments as needed

• Familiarity with regional markets and municipal regulations

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to quickly adapt to proprietary systems

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Experience as a loan underwriter in commercial real estate lending

• Experience with proprietary credit risk management tools

• Experience with large language model tools

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT: This position is subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. As such, an employment offer for this position is contingent on JPMorganChase's review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Base Pay/Salary

Irvine,CA $77,900.00 - $115,000.00 / year; Pasadena,CA $77,900.00 - $115,000.00 / year