Sr. Credit Risk Manager (CRE)

Valley National Bank; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 114,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley National Bank is seeking a Senior Credit Risk Manager in Florida to oversee underwriting for complex credit transactions and renewals, and to mentor junior staff. The role emphasizes risk assessment, loan structuring, and ensuring compliance with bank policies.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years in commercial lending, strong analytical skills, and the ability to present credit decisions to senior management. Full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Understanding of policies and underwriting guidelines (RACs).
• Advanced knowledge of credit underwriting and loan documentation.
• Ability to structure deals and explain to lenders.
• Experience with reports and presenting to management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ongoing credit portfolio monitoring and reporting.
• Underwrite and structure new transactions and renewals.
• Lead client meetings and deal therapy with senior management.
• Mentor junior staff and review credit packages.
• Perform due diligence and prepare underwriting presentations.
• Approve transactions within authority and manage closing process.
• Maintain compliance with loan terms and monitoring dashboards.
• Ensure timely financial reporting and risk rating accuracy.
• Participate in portfolio management projects.

Skills

Credit underwriting

Deal structuring

Financial analysis

Communication

Time management

Excel

Report writing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

At Valley Bank, we believe in people's growth potential. We invest in it. We protect it. We focus it. For nearly 100 years, we've been the Bank that clients from every industry turn to for our expertise, strategies, and advice--building the kind of trust that can fuel every goal. We are the leading relationship bank built for growth--with over $60 billion in assets, 3,800 experts, and more than 200 consumer branches and commercial banking offices in communities across the US.

At Valley, we're all driven by an ambition that goes deeper than just having a job. That's why when you work for us, we make it our goal to help you focus on what drives you--working to turn your passions and strengths into assets you can use to propel your ambitions and build the professional legacy you want. Because when we say we're a relationship bank built for growth, that's not just reserved for our clients--that includes all our associates as well. The Sr Credit Risk Manager is responsible for all underwriting activities related to new and existing credit transactions with moderate to higher complexity including client diligence, structuring, and the required analysis and preparation of the underwriting package.

Expected Work Hours

40

Job Description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for monitoring on a timely basis the ongoing financial health of an assigned loan portfolio while maintaining the ongoing communication and dialogue with clients in conjunction with the business team for all credit related reporting and business updates.
• Underwrites and structures new prospective transactions as well as renewals, extensions, increases, and material modifications and amendments for existing clients.
• Leads external client meetings as well as internal deal team discussions and approval discussions with senior management. Identifies, outlines, and mitigates risks associated with potential lending opportunities, advises on all matters related to the Bank's Credit Policy and related procedures, and provides guidance on loan structures and risk appetite.
• Reviews credit packages completed by junior team members and provides general guidance and mentorship.
• Performs the required due diligence and analysis, produces the credit presentation in accordance with guidelines and policy while ensuring timely completion of the underwriting, presents credit requests to the required level of credit authority, and oversees the legal documentation and closing process.
• Approves transactions under individual lending authority, when applicable.
• Maintains oversight via internal reporting and dashboards of all ongoing portfolio monitoring requirements and client deliverables as well as compliance with all terms of the loan agreement including (i) financial reporting, (ii) covenant compliance, (iii) collateral monitoring, (iv) required third party reports, (v) annual reviews, and (vi) maturing loans and lines of credit. In coordination with the business team, maintains direct contact with clients as needed for account monitoring and administration and site visits.
• Validates and analyzes reports such as financial statements, borrowing base certificates, collateral field examinations, appraisals, engineering reports, etc. to verify compliance. Escalates issues to appropriate levels and develops action plans as necessary.
• Ensures credits are accurately risk rated and are properly monitored and reported.
• Prepares all required quarterly reports and analysis including Criticized Loan Monitoring Reports as well as other portfolio management reports as required.
• Participates in special projects and requests related to the management of the portfolio.

Requirements

Required Skills:

• Demonstrates a strong understanding of policies and procedures, underwriting guidelines and RACs.
• Advanced knowledge of credit underwriting, financial accounting and loan documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of how a deal should be structured and comfortability with conversing this structure to lenders.
• Strong computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong level of interpersonal and social skills needed to interact with loan officers, administrative staff and customers.
• Ability to manage time efficiently.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Strong credit skills.
• Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

Required Experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a commercial lending environment in a credit-oriented and underwriting position.

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and completion of a formal credit training program.

Full-time/Part-time

Full-time

FLSA

Exempt

Total Rewards Summary

We provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package including base salary determined by factors such as the role, relevant experience, skill set, and geographical location. Eligible positions may also be eligible to receive commission-based compensation and/or discretionary incentive compensation, which may be awarded as cash or forfeitable equity, recognizing individual performance and contributions.

In addition to financial compensation, we offer a robust suite of benefits tailored to meet diverse employee needs based on eligibility criteria. These include comprehensive health care and insurance plans, retirement savings options, tuition and adoption reimbursement programs, paid time off, mental health support, and other valuable benefits programs. Further details regarding total compensation and benefits will be shared during the hiring process.

Pay Range

The estimated pay range for this job. Disclosing pay information promotes competitive and equitable pay. The actual pay rate will depend on the person's qualifications and experience. $113,500.00 - $200,700.00 / year

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