Senior Commercial Loan Operations Leader – Close & Compliance

Western Alliance Bancorporation; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Ownership stake in the company

Medical and dental insurance

Time off

401k matching program

Tuition assistance program

Employee volunteer program

Wellness program

Job summary

Western Alliance Bancorporation in Chandler, AZ, is seeking a Senior Loan Operations Administrator to manage complex commercial loan closings and lead operational initiatives. This role partners with Relationship Managers, Credit, and Portfolio teams to ensure accurate, compliant closings and a smooth transition to loan servicing.

You will mentor junior staff, handle non-standard transactions, and contribute to continuous process improvements within Loan Operations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial loan closing experience.
• High School Diploma Required.
• Strong knowledge of C&I lending, collateral structures, and loan documentation.
• Experience with complex transactions, including participations and specialty lending structures preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-volume pipeline of complex commercial loan transactions, including new originations, renewals, modifications, and extensions.
• Coordinate closely with Relationship Managers, Credit, and Portfolio teams to ensure alignment and readiness for closing.
• Lead coordination of all closing activities with internal stakeholders and external partners, including legal counsel, title, and escrow.
• Direct preparation and review of loan documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with approved terms.
• Identify and resolve potential closing risks, including collateral, lien, and structural issues.
• Monitor financial covenants, reporting requirements, and post-closing conditions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Western Alliance Bancorporation in Chandler, AZ, is seeking a Senior Loan Operations Administrator to manage complex commercial loan closings and lead operational initiatives. This role partners with Relationship Managers, Credit, and Portfolio teams to ensure accurate, compliant closings and a smooth transition to loan servicing.

You will mentor junior staff, handle non-standard transactions, and contribute to continuous process improvements within Loan Operations.