Director of Commercial Banking--Commercial Real Estate; CRE

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• We’re your local community bank—and have been since 1875—that is committed to providing excellent customer service and giving back to our communities.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment as part of a close‑knit team where your voice is valued and heard.
• Our highly engaged employees are rewarded for their performance and have ample opportunities for cross‑training and advancement within the organization.
• We’ve been named one of the best places to work in Maine, and offer robust benefits focused on your holistic well‑being.

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.

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Degree in Finance, Business, Real Estate, or a related field; advanced degree or specialized banking/real estate education a plus.
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