Core Functional Summary
The Credit Analyst I / Commercial Portfolio Analyst is responsible for analyzing credit data and financial information of individuals and businesses applying for credit or loans, determining risk, and supporting the management of the commercial and residential loan portfolio. This role involves preparing detailed credit memorandums and collaborating with commercial lenders to ensure the success of the Bank’s lending operations, including but not limited to the closing of a transaction. The position requires strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, and a proactive approach to client relationship management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Responsibilities include the following; other duties may be assigned:
Credit Analysis & Underwriting
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Analyze financial information to assess current and future financial performance.
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Review loan applications and assess customer risk profiles.
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Prepare credit analyses including financial spreads, repayment and collateral analysis, risk rating, and loan exceptions.
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Collaborate with relationship managers, brokers, and customers to develop credit requests for approval.
Portfolio Management
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Assist in managing a growing loan portfolio and maintaining relationships with existing clients.
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Conduct in-person meetings, inspections, and covenant reviews.
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Monitor ticklers and past due reports; work with borrowers to ensure timely payments.
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Prepare annual reviews and modifications for commercial loans.
Operational & Reporting
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Maintain updated credit files and tracking systems for financial statements, appraisals, and renewals.
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Prepare monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports for the Board of Directors.
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Assist in the closing of commercial transactions
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Assist management with special projects needed.
Requirements and Qualifications
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Bachelors (B.A.) degree in Finance, Business Administration and or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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Minimum of two years directly related to Credit experience.
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Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, and a proactive approach to client relationship management.
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Must be bilingual in both English and Spanish; Ability to fluently speak, understand, read and write both
- Advanced Microsoft Office Skills
Competencies
Ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships, fostering trust and mutual respect to achieve shared goals. Effective communication & Adaptability. Enhance Service Delivery. Conflict Resolution. Giving & Receiving feedback. Valuing Diversity.
- Business Acumen/Sophistication
Ability to understand and apply business principles, concepts, KPIs, and strategies to make informed decisions to contribute to organizational success. Strategic & Critical Thinking. Solutions-Driven. Decision Making.
Have a business-driven mindset, prioritizing customer’s needs. Problem-Solving. Growth Mindset. Aligning individual and department goals with bank’s business objectives. Omnichannel communication while maintaining personalized service. Client excellence.
Thinking outside the box and developing new ideas to improve ways of working. Ability to work with emerging technologies. Digital Transformational Mindset. Resource allocation. Technical Skills. Change Management. Continuous Learning. Transformational creativity. Agility & Flexibility. Automation & Process Optimization
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Regulatory & Risk Management
Adapting to changing regulations with a sound risk management. Analytical. Integrity & Rule Compliance. Regulatory Governance. Financial Crime Prevention. Operational Risk Avoidance. Risk-Aware Mindset. Cybersecurity. Corporate Social Responsibility.
Being proactive to rapidly deliver high-quality results. Acquiring skills & knowledge through practical and active engagement. Real-world application. Lifelong Learner. Being curious and eager to develop skillset. SMART Goal Setting, Time Management. Proficiency. Training & Upskilling.
Ability to take responsibility and ownership. Fostering Trust. High Performance. Follow Through. Set Clear Expectations. Provide Resources & Coaching. Measuring work output. Process-Driven. Results-Oriented. Consistency. Lead by Example. Self-Management.
Communicate effectively. Integrated Business Excellence. Drive sustainable growth. Value Creation & Long-Term Thinking. Stakeholder Inclusion. Corporate Purpose & Values Alignment. Impact Assessment. Operational Resilience & Crisis Management. Operational Excellence. Adaptability.