What You’ll Do

The VP/Portfolio Manager is responsible for the ongoing monitoring and risk assessment (i.e. financial analysis, collateral analysis, impairment analysis, risk assessment) of an assigned portfolio of credits that may include commercial Real Estate, Agribusiness, C&I Business Loans, Consumer Loans and Shared National Credits. In addition to directly managing an assigned portfolio, the Portfolio Manager will assist in the preparation of department reporting which will include, but is not limited to, loan asset quality reports, portfolio reviews and impairment analysis.

Responsibilities Include

• Manage a portfolio (collect, analyze, spread, underwrite, review documentation, etc.) of assigned loans to minimize delinquency and charge-offs
• Manage a portfolio of Shared National Credits; provide ongoing monitoring as well as recommendations that align with Bank strategy
• Make recommendations to improve likelihood of repayment and minimize risk of loss to the Bank
• Monitor adherence to the terms of approved repayment agreements
• Assist in the disposal of repossessed assets in an efficient and timely manner
• Ensure the risk rating, accrual status and loan loss provisions of the assigned portfolio accurately reflect the risk of those assets; ensure that charge-offs are recommended on a timely basis
• Assist with bankruptcy and foreclosure processes as necessary
• Communicate and attend meetings with Senior Leadership and Loan Officers as required
• Provide quality and timely reporting, or responses to inquiries, as required
• Maintain current knowledge of all laws, regulations, and rulings concerning insolvency, bankruptcy, etc.
• Complete all mandatory training in a timely manner as instructed
• Comply with all applicable banking compliance rules and regulations established by both internal departments and external agencies

What You’ll Need to be Successful

• Accuracy and Thoroughness – Strong attention to detail
• Analytical Skills – Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Communication – Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Innovation – An original thinker who brings creativity to dealing with work problems and opportunities, meeting challenges with resourcefulness
• Judgment and Discretion – Ability to exercise independent judgment in decision making
• Initiative – Strive to continuously build knowledge and skills and share expertise with others
• Problem-solving Skills – Ability to critically think and define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions
• Compliance – consistently adhere to Bank policies and regulations, reinforce training to ensure that Bank employees are aware of UDAAP and do not harm consumers with any act that could be misleading, unfair, deceptive, or abusive in act or practice

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in commercial banking/special assets with knowledge of both commercial and consumer lending, collection guidelines and compliance requirements required
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or comparable field of study preferred
• Experience with Abrigo or similar LOS preferred
• Advanced skills utilizing Microsoft Excel with experience in Outlook, Word, Visio and PowerPoint preferred

Why You Should Apply

• Full-time position with excellent compensation and benefits package
• Generous time off programs
• Bonus program
• Profit-sharing
• Discounted stock purchase program
• Excellent growth and development opportunities
• And much more!

Pay Range (Salary): $150,000.00 - $160,000.00/year

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of duties related to the position. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will perform other reasonable business duties as assigned by supervisor or other management.

First Northern Bank does not discriminate based on race, color, religions, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected status.

The duties outlined in this description are subject to modification or change by the organization, at any time, with or without notice.