Director of Commercial Banking--Commercial Real Estate; CRE

Position: Director of Commercial Banking--Commercial Real Estate (CRE)
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* **** Director of Commercial Banking – Commercial Real Estate (CRE)
**** Senior Leadership Opportunity
** At the heart of strong communities is thoughtful investment — and at the heart of that work are leaders who combine commercial insight with integrity, judgment, and vision.

We’re seeking an experienced
** Director of Commercial Banking – Commercial Real Estate (CRE)
** to provide strategic leadership for our Commercial Real Estate business within a defined market or specialty. This is a senior leadership role for a proven CRE professional who thrives at the intersection of relationship management, credit excellence, and people leadership.
** Why This Role Matters:
** This leader will shape the future of our CRE portfolio — driving profitable, well-managed growth while maintaining strong credit quality and an exceptional client experience. You’ll lead a team of talented commercial bankers, partner closely with Credit, Risk, Treasury Management, and Operations, and represent the Bank as a trusted advisor to investors, developers, and sponsors across the CRE ecosystem.
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* What You’ll Do:

**** Lead with Strategy and Purpose
*** Develop and execute CRE growth strategies aligned with the Bank’s commercial objectives and risk appetite, with clear visibility into performance and pipeline activity.
* Build and deepen relationships with commercial real estate investors, developers, operators, and professional sponsors, identifying opportunities for full-relationship expansion.
* Serve as a visible leader in the market, strengthening the Bank’s presence through industry, business, and community engagement.
** Deliver Credit Excellence
*** Provide senior-level oversight of complex CRE transactions, including construction, development, and permanent financing.
* Ensure strong adherence to credit standards, lending policies, and regulatory requirements, balancing growth with disciplined risk management.
* Maintain accountability for portfolio quality, proactively identifying emerging risks and partnering with Credit and Special Assets teams as needed.
** Elevate the Client Experience
*** Oversee active portfolio management practices, including annual reviews, covenant monitoring, site visits, and early issue identification.
* Champion a consistent, high-quality client experience through proactive communication and coordinated delivery of banking solutions.
* Collaborate with Treasury Management, Retail, and Investment Management partners to deliver holistic financial solutions.
** Build and Inspire High‑Performing Teams
*** Lead, coach, and develop a team of Commercial Loan Officers and/or Commercial Market Managers, strengthening CRE expertise, sales effectiveness, and credit acumen.
* Drive hiring, performance management, succession planning, and professional development in alignment with leadership expectations and values.
* Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning.
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* What You Bring:

**** Required Experience
*** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Minimum of seven years of progressive experience in Commercial Real Estate lending, commercial banking, or related financial services.
* Demonstrated leadership experience with strong CRE underwriting, credit analysis, and portfolio management expertise.
** Preferred Qualifications
*** Degree in Finance, Business, Real Estate, or a related field; advanced degree or specialized banking/real estate education a…