Risk Management - Credit Officer - Senior Associate

Next Frontier Capital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Credit Officer Senior Associate in Risk Management and Compliance to evaluate and identify risks and interpret data to support informed credit decisions on multifamily commercial real estate loans. You will operate in a fast-paced environment across loans from $1M to $25M+ and collaborate with a high-performing team focused on learning and mentorship.

The role emphasizes strong financial analysis, regulatory understanding, and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or finance required.
• 3 years CRE lending or 5 years other banking/finance experience.
• Strong understanding of multifamily real estate valuations and cash flow analysis.
• Strong financial analysis including cash flows and property valuation.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of credit analysis on multifamily and other CRE, real estate loans.
• Evaluate and manage risks in each transaction.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders (sales, processing, closing, legal).
• Apply policies, standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Apply data analysis to interpret results and provide insights to management.
• Serve as technical expert for credit risk analysis tools.
• Monitor industry trends to enhance decision-making.

Skills

Financial analysis

Credit risk analysis

Communication skills

CRE valuations

Regulatory awareness

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or finance

Advanced real estate coursework

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Credit risk tools

Proprietary systems

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 Senior Associate within the Credit Risk team, you will evaluate and identify risks and interpret data to support management in making well-informed credit decisions on multifamily commercial real estate loan requests. 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

• Oversee all aspects of credit analysis on loans secured by multifamily and other types of commercial real estate
• Evaluate and manage risks in each transaction
• 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
• Serve as a technical expert in addressing inquiries and resolving system-related issues specific to credit risk analysis and management tools
• 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
• 3 years of experience in commercial real estate lending or 5 years of other banking or finance experience
• Thorough 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 commercial real estate 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

• Advanced degree in a related field or real estate coursework
• Experience as a loan underwriter in commercial real estate and agency lending (e.g. Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac)
• Experience with proprietary credit risk management tools.
• Experience with large language model tools

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.

Benefits and Compensation

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer and Diversity Statement

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

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. Join our dynamic Credit Risk Team to evaluate multifamily commercial real estate loan requests and support informed credit decisions.