Sr Commercial Relationship Officer - CRE

Popular; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Flexible time off

Savings and investment plans

Job summary

Popular is seeking a seasoned Commercial Lender to join our Commercial Banking team in New York. You will generate business relationships and manage credit and non-credit relationships with commercial customers, corporate accounts and prospects while delivering high-quality service aligned with bank goals to drive growth and profitability.

The role emphasizes developing a commercial portfolio, regular client visits, loan package preparation, and negotiating terms.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial credit with an established portfolio of Commercial customers.
• Effective sales ability and persuasiveness.

Responsibilities

• Develop a commercial customer portfolio with emphasis on deposits and loans.
• Visit clients and prospects, interview and analyze financial structures, and recommend products or services.
• Compile loan packages and negotiate loan terms with applicants.
• Analyze applicant financial status and credit to determine feasibility of granting loans.
• Review and analyze commercial loan reports and ensure timely closing and funding.
• Build trust with clients and uncover their needs, educating them on bank products.

Skills

Sales ability

Persuasiveness

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field

Job description

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Date: Sep 21, 2026

Location: New York, NY, US, 10004

Company: Popular

Workplace Type: On-site

Sr Commercial Relationship Officer - CRE

We are currently looking for a seasoned COMMERCIAL LENDER to join our Commercial Banking team. In this position you will generate business relationships and be responsible for the development and maintenance of credit and non-credit relationships with commercial customers, corporate accounts and potential customers while rendering quality service in accordance with bank goals to attain growth, profitability and customer satisfaction.

• Be responsible for developing a commercial customer portfolio and managing customer relationships of this portfolios. These created portfolios should have a heavy emphasis on deposits as well as loans. Multifamily construction lending experience preferred.
  
• Visit with clients and prospective clients regularly, interview and analyze the financial structure of customers and prospects, and recommend products or applicable services.
  
• Compile loan packages, financial proposals, and facilitate negotiation of loan structure with applicant including loan amount, loan term, pricing, fees, loan repayment options, and other credit terms.
  
• Analyze applicant financial status, credit, and property evaluation to determinefeasibility of granting loan. Correspond with customers throughout the loan process and serve as liason between customer and the credit team to resolve questions regarding the application information.
  
• Review and analyze commercial loan reports, direct liability, non-performing, new loans, and payment. Assure timely loan closing and funding activities.
  
• Build effective relationships and trust with clients and potential clients by listening to and uncovering their needs and educating them about the bank products and services that are most appropriate for their situation.
  

To be considered, you will need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field preferred.
  
• Minimum of 5years of experience in commercial credit with an established portfolio of Commercial customers.
  
• Effective sales ability and persuasiveness.
  

Base Salary & Benefits

Our base salary for this position located in New York City generally ranges between $200,000.00 and $225,000.00 annually, depending on business need and on your qualifications and experience. Base salary does not include incentive compensation, commission, or any other type of remuneration or benefits.

In addition to salary, Popular's well-rounded benefits package for regular full-time and part-time employees includes a comprehensive health plan, flexible time off options, and savings and investment plans. Seasonal/temporary employees are not eligible for these benefits.

Important: The candidate must provide evidence of academic preparation or courses related to the job posting, if necessary.

Our hybrid work model benefit applies to certain positions and is subject to changes based on the organizational needs.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. This position is not open to applicants who need visa sponsorship or transfer of visa sponsorship at this time.

ABOUT US

Popular is Puerto Rico's leading financial institution and have been evolving since it was founded over a century ago. From a small bank it has developed into a large corporation that offer a wide variety of services and financial solutions to our customers, with presence in the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America.

As employees, we are dedicated to making our customers dreams come true by offering financial solutions in each stage of their life. Our extensive trajectory demonstrates the resiliency and determination of our employees to innovate, reach for the right solutions and strongly support the communities we serve; therefore, we value their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds.

We reaffirm our commitment to always offer essential financial services and solutions for our customers and communities, including during emergency situations and/or natural disasters. Popular’s employees are considered essential workers, whose role is critical in the continuity of these important services even under such circumstances. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that Popular may require your services during and immediately after any such events.

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