Associated Bank

Portfolio Manager - AVP - CRE

Associated Bank • $63K — $108K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years in Commercial Real Estate lending, underwriting, or portfolio management.
  • Experience with complex credit relationships preferred.
  • Sales experience is a plus.
  • CFA designation or progress towards it is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze financial data for loan assessments and renewals.
  • Monitor portfolio performance and maintain risk ratings.
  • Review loan repayment and borrower conditions to identify risks.
  • Ensure compliance with lending policies and regulations.
  • Proactively manage portfolio reporting and covenant compliance.
  • Collaborate with Relationship Managers to support client interactions.
  • Assist with due diligence for client opportunities and expansions.

Benefits

  • Retirement savings options including 401(k) and Pension plans.
  • Paid volunteer time off.
  • Engagement opportunities through diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
  • Professional development and career advancement potential.
  • Bonus benefits including well-being programs, parental leave, and stock purchase plans.
Full Job Description
As a Portfolio Manager focused on Commercial Real Estate, you will support the underwriting, credit monitoring, and ongoing management of commercial real estate lending relationships. This role plays a key part in evaluating credit opportunities, managing portfolio risk, and helping deliver high-quality financial solutions to clients while ensuring adherence to lending policies and regulatory requirements.
  • .Key Accountabilities
    • Analyze borrower, guarantor, property, and market financial information to evaluate new loan requests, renewals, modifications, and annual reviews.
    • Monitor portfolio performance and maintain timely and accurate risk ratings for commercial real estate relationships.
    • Review loan repayment activity, property performance, and the financial condition of borrowers to identify and manage risk.
    • Ensure portfolio administration and client relationship management activities comply with lending policies, operating procedures, and regulatory requirements.
    • Minimize portfolio exceptions by proactively managing reporting requirements, covenant compliance, relationship reviews, and past due items.
    • Partner with Relationship Managers to support client relationships and coordinate with Credit, operations, and other internal business partners.
    • Assist with due diligence and analysis for prospective client opportunities and relationship expansion efforts.
    • Participate in loan approval processes, present credit recommendations as appropriate, and contribute to special projects that support team objectives.

  • Education & Experience

  • Required
    • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • 3+ years of Commercial Real Estate lending, underwriting, portfolio management, or credit approval experience.

  • Preferred
    • 3+ years of experience working with complex credit relationships.
    • Sales experience.
    • Formal credit training.
    • Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation or progress toward obtaining the designation by start date.
    • Access to reliable transportation and the ability to lawfully drive, if applicable.

  • Why You'll Love Working Here
    Join a collaborative team where you can deepen your expertise in commercial real estate lending while working closely with relationship managers, credit professionals, and business partners. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through portfolio management, risk assessment, and client relationship support while contributing to the growth and success of the business.Apply today to make an impact.


In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.
  • Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
  • Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
  • Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
  • Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
  • Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
  • Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.


$63,000.00 - $108,000.00 per year

About Associated Bank

Associated Bank is a regional bank that provides a wide range of financial products and services to individuals, businesses, and organizations. The bank offers personal and business banking, wealth management, and insurance services, and operates more than 200 locations throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota. Associated Bank was founded in 1861 and has a long history of serving its communities and customers. The bank is committed to providing exceptional customer service and building strong relationships with its customers.
Learn more about Associated Bank
Size
4,900 employees
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Founded
1874

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