Executive Director, Portfolio Management

Job Description

The Executive Director, Portfolio Manager directly supervises the portfolio management teams covering the C&I and CRE portfolios. Additionally, the role oversees the reporting output from the portfolio management teams in the Cash Flow and SBA verticals of the commercial bank. Responsible for production and accuracy of 1st line reporting covering portfolio management deliverables. Ensures timely resolution of identified issues recorded in the Archer system assigned to Credit Management. Serves as the voice of Credit Management in the Credit Risk Committee and regulatory interactions.

Essential Functions

* Overall responsibility to lead and manage the C&I and CRE portfolio management teams and ensure the execution of all portfolio management responsibilities assigned to those teams.
* Ensure underwriting product, including Annual Reviews and Modifications, are accurate and consistent with established content and format requirements and aligned with Credit Policy.

* Ensure accuracy of 1st line of defense reports covering all commercial lines of business.
* Present portfolio reports at the monthly Credit Risk Committee.
* Ensure timely remediation of issues recorded in the Archer system assigned to Credit Management.
* Ensure sustained satisfactory reviews by regulators, internal auditors, external auditors, and loan review for depth of underwriting, appropriateness of structure, identification of Policy Exceptions, and stress tested analysis of credits.
* Ability to manage, mentor and develop skills of junior managers
* Ensure staffing levels are appropriate in accordance with budget requirements and adherence to SLA expectations.
* Identify and resolve problems or issues with escalation to executive manager as appropriate
* Remain current on all banking rules and regulations relating to Credit Administration
* Maintain the desired balance between growth, profitability, and credit quality
* Recommend improvements to policies, procedures, and work flow to maximize efficiency and control costs
* Identify potential for credit losses and proposing appropriate risk mitigants as appropriate

Additional Essential Functions
* Ensure compliance with Northwest's policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
* Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
* Work as part of a team
* Work with on-site equipment

What You Bring to the Team
* Ensure compliance with Northwest's policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations
* Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency
* Work as part of a team
* Work with on-site equipment

Safety and Health for Supervisors with Direct Reports
* Provide leadership and positive direction for maintaining the safety and loss prevention program
* Actively participate in and support employee participation in the safety and loss prevention program by ensuring that employees know how to properly report a safety issue, making sure that all accidents are promptly reported to Human Resources and documented, and ensuring that prompt action is taken whenever workplace hazards are identified
* Help implement emergency procedures

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education
Bachelor's Degree Business, Accounting, or related degree

Work Experience
8 - 12 years Experience in portfolio management and / or commercial credit administration, specifically related to Commercial, CRE, SBA, Sponsor, Corporate, and Equipment finance

General Supervisory/Manager Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Ability to identify existing and potential problems, obtain and evaluate relevant information, identify possible causes of the problems, and suggest an alternative course of action including innovative or creative approaches
* Ability to allocate and effectively use information, personnel, time, and other resources necessary for implementation of Northwest's strategic plans
* Ability to make decisions, render judgments, and take action on tasks within the scope of given authority in a timely fashion
* Ability to develop, evaluate, and implement alternative courses of action, based on correct assumptions concerning resources and guidelines, and support decisions or recommendations with data or reasoning
* Ability to present and express ideas and information effectively and concisely in an oral and/or written mode in a manner appropriate for the audience
* Ability to listen and comprehend what others are saying and facilitate the open exchange of ideas and information
* Ability to motivate and provide direction in the activities of others, appropriately assigning work and authority, in the accomplishment of goals; providing advice and assistance as required
* Ability to understand and appropriately apply procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies; maintain credibility with others on specialty matters

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Financial analysis skills for complex and diverse loan portfolio, with ability to distill primary credit risk issues from detailed analyses; propose appropriate loan structures and risk ratings
* Knowledge of credit standards and underwriting practices covering a broad range of commercial credits including C&I, CRE, Municipal Lending, and Lending to Non-profit Organizations

Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.