VP, Portfolio Manager

Company: The ABA Rule of Law Initiative
Location: El Monte
Posted on: September 12, 2020

Job Description:

Are you enthusiastic, highly motivated, and have a strong work ethic? Would you like to work for a company that is ranked Top 20 on Forbes’ Best Banks in America 2020 list? If yes, come join our team! At Cathay Bank – we strive to provide a caring culture that supports your aspirations and success.We believe people are our most valuable asset and we proudly foster growth and development empowering you to achieve your professional goals. We have thrived for nearly 60 years and persevered through many economic cycles due to our team members’ drive and optimism. Together we can make a difference in the financial future of our communities.

We offer a competitive benefits package and comprehensive training programs so you can focus on your long-term professional career and your next steps at Cathay Bank.Apply today!

Portfolio Manager (“PM”) is responsible for maintaining and monitoring existing commercial loan portfolio and work closely with the SRM who owns the relationship of these accounts. PM is expected to maintain close contact with these clients and leverage the relationship to identify and bring in additional new business opportunities, both in loans and Bank’s other products and services. PM is expected to provide “best-in-class” service to these loan clients while following established Bank’s policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PM is to work closely with SRM(s) and Team Managers on the assigned loan portfolio by monitoring and managing the credit quality of such portfolio.

Review to ensure each credit is properly risk rated based on the Bank’s risk rating system.

Maintain and grow existing client relationships, cross-sell Bank’s other products and services.

Specifically accountable for credit underwriting and origination of new credits from the existing client base, portfolio monitoring, renewals, amendments and annual reviews.

Work with designated underwriter, loan assistants and other loan support staff to prepare the Credit Commitment Report (“CCR”)

Reviews client’s accounts and portfolios in order to identify, evaluate and determine the appropriate course of action on potential credit quality issues in order to maximize credit quality and minimize risk and potential loss to the Bank.

Ensure compliance with Bank, regulatory and credit requirements with emphasis on best-in-class customer service while adhering to required timeframes from the client.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: U.S. College graduate with major in related fields.

Experience: 5-7 years of loan account relationship management experience, credit underwriting experience or a combination of both. Thorough knowledge of lending regulations and credit/underwriting practices. Must have strong loan portfolio management experience. Must possess strong loan negotiation (rates, terms, collateral requirements) experience. Must possess previous underwriting experience in the requisite area of commercial lending. Must have extensive knowledge and understanding of Bank’s credit policy, risk management, underwriting requirements and loan servicing. Must have strong knowledge and understanding of commercial and specialty group banking products and services and have demonstrated ability to cross-sell such products.

Skills/Ability: PC proficient. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual (English/ Mandarin or Cantonese) a plus but not required. Ability to work well independently to restructure loans and/or lines of credits. Must be organized and detail oriented and able to multi-task. Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high production and team environment. Excellent time management skills and be accustomed to working with deadlines. Ability to assume responsibility and accountability for decision-making. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of Bank personnel.

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