Sr. Specialist-Operations Management II

CIBC US; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

CIBC in Chicago is seeking a Commercial Loan Coordinator to manage the receipt, review and approval of Commercial loan documentation, including CRE documentation, ensuring conformity with loan presentations and policy. The role participates in the centralized Loan Operations Closing Team and supports the Commercial Lending line of business.

The ideal candidate will have closing experience in commercial loans, strong interpersonal skills, and detail orientation.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree; postgraduate degree preferred.
• Experience with closing commercial loans in a bank/financial institution.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Receives, reviews and approves Commercial loan documentation including CRE docs.
• Ensure all loan documents are received or waived prior to loan booking.
• Ensure proposed transactions comply with Credit Policy.
• Track outside loan exceptions and ensure documents are recorded and delivered timely.
• Support for Commercial Lending line of business within centralized Loan Operations Closing Team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Postgraduate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

To learn more about CIBC, please visit CIBC.com

What You’ll Be Doing

• Responsible for the receipt, review and approval of Commercial loan documentation that will include Commercial Real Estate documentation relative to conformity with the approved loan presentation.
• Ensure all loan documents have been received, or otherwise waived prior to the loan booking process.
• The Commercial Loan Coordinator will also make sure that the proposed transaction is in compliance with Credit Policy.
• The Commercial Loan Coordinator will track outside loan exceptions and will ensure that all necessary documents are properly recorded and delivered to the Bank in a timely manner.
• The loan portfolio will consist of large and mid-sized Commercial loan transactions and Real Estate loan transactions, a large percentage of which will include Syndicated Credits.
• This position supports the Commercial Lending Line of Business and is part of the centralized Loan Operations Closing Team, reporting to the Loan Closing Team Lead.
• Bachelor Degree is preferred and the individual must have Loan Closing experience (or similar) in a Bank or Financial Institution environment.
• The individual must have excellent interpersonal skills (both written and verbal).
• The individual must be detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• The individual will need strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 2-3 days per week on‑site, while other days will be remote

Who You Are

• You have a post graduate degree
• You have Closing experience Commercial Loan space

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At CIBC, we offer a competitive total rewards package. This role has an expected salary range of $85,000 - $95,000 for the market based on experience, qualifications, and location of the position. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit’s incentive compensation plan, which may also include a discretionary bonus component. CIBC offers a full range of benefits and programs to meet our employee’s needs; including Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability, and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave, Parental Leave and Vacation), Holidays and 401(k), in addition to other special perks reserved for our team members.

What You Need To Know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact [e-mail]
• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit.
• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Expected End Date

2026-11-06

Job Location

IL-Chicago, 70 W Madison St Fl 9

Employment Type

Regular

Weekly Hours

40

Skills

Active Listening, Client Service, Commercial Loan Documentation, Loan, Loan Closings, Loan Operations, Operational Efficiency, Product Knowledge, Work Collaboratively