Vice President Commercial Banking Portfolio Management

First Bank Chicago is seeking a Vice President Talent Management I. This role involves assisting in the origination and underwriting of commercial loan, franchise loan and owner-occupied commercial real estate applications, and managing client relationships. The position also includes evaluating, underwriting and assisting with closing related loans.

• Analyze loan data on new, renewal and existing loans, including data from credit bureaus, agent banks, borrowers and Bank credit files
• Prepare spreadsheets, reports, summaries and opinions for loan officers on new, renewal and existing loans
• Perform credit inquiries for the Bank as requested
• Establish, review and update new and existing credit files on a regular basis
• Provide technical advice and assistance to Relationship Manager as needed
• Work with Relationship Manager on proposals
• Prepare loan approval presentations
• Work with Loan Operations and/or attorneys to generate and review (for accuracy) documents and coordinate loan closings
• Negotiate loan extensions and renewals
• Respond to client inquiries
• Request and review updated financial and operating information; confirm or recommend loan grade changes based on analysis
• Assist in preparation of Watch Reports, Board Reports and other reporting as needed
• Coordinate with Loan Operations and Deposit Operations to resolve client issues
• Fund draw requests
• Work with Treasury Management to meet clients’ cash management needs
• Monitor and address past due loans and overdrawn deposit accounts
• Attend Management Loan Committee and Director’s Loan Committee meetings
• Attend Bank Officer meetings
• Review information on market trends in commercial lending
• Maintain knowledge of underwriting and Loan Policy guidelines
• Attend training as required

• Negotiate loan extensions and renewals
• Respond to client inquiries
• Request and review updated financial and operating information; confirm or recommend loan grade changes based on analysis
• Assist in preparation of Watch Reports, Board Reports and other reporting as needed
• Work with Loan Operations and Deposit Operations to resolve client issues
• Fund draw requests
• Work with Treasury Management to meet the clients’ cash management needs
• Monitor and address past due loans and overdrawn deposit accounts
• Attend Management Loan Committee and Director’s Loan Committee meetings
• Attend Bank Officer meetings
• Review information on market trends in commercial lending
• Maintain knowledge of underwriting and Loan Policy guidelines
• Attend training as required

• Other duties as assigned

• Detail oriented
• Skilled at financial analysis
• Knowledge of commercial lending, owner-occupied commercial real estate lending, loan policy and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and Power Point
• Ability to interact with clients in a professional, tactful and diplomatic manner
• Ability to collaborate with loan officers, loan operations, and deposit operations to accomplish goals
• Ability to multi-task while meeting deadlines

• College degree in Finance, Accounting or equivalent related experience
• Completion of a credit training program, preferably through a bank credit department
• Minimum of 7 - 10 years’ experience in commercial lending, preferably with franchise finance and construction lending experience

• Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr
• Expected Salary Range: $135,000 - $145,000 annually
• Salary will be negotiated based on relevant skills and experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

First Bank Chicago offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance; 401(k); paid time off (PTO); and eligibility for an annual bonus. For a complete listing of benefits, please visit our website:

First Bank Chicago is an Equal Opportunity

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Note:

This description reflects the current role and responsibilities and is subject to change.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Finance
• Industries:
  Banking

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