Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager

Job Description

Job Description

About Blue Foundry Bank :

This is the Bank Where Things are Made. Blue Foundry is a bank where businesses are shaped, plans are formed, ideas are refined, solutions are built and stuff gets done. Blue Foundry is revolutionary, bold, resourceful, roll-up-your-sleeves committed, smart, creative and fun. A Bank of movers, shakers, and makers……We are a Bank that Gets Things Done.

Summary : The Portfolio Manager is responsible for managing the bank’s Commercial Banking loan portfolio, ensuring the performance, risk management, and relationship-building aspects are handled efficiently. In this role you will be responsible for monitoring and tracking financial metrics, covenant compliance, and overall loan performance, while maintaining strong relationships with CEOs, CFOs, and other senior executives of portfolio companies.

In addition to day-to-day portfolio management, the Portfolio Manager develops and updates policies and procedures to improve portfolio oversight and workout processes. They are also responsible for creating and executing prescriptive plans for companies that are placed on the watch list, and actively manage troubled credits, including leading workout or exit strategies to protect the bank’s interests. This role requires frequent collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors and regulators, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards and preparing for reviews of the portfolio and individual credits.

The Portfolio Manager plays a crucial role in identifying and assessing ongoing credit risk, implementing proactive strategies to address potential issues, and ensuring the portfolio remains sound. This position demands strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of credit risk management, and an ability to work under pressure while preserving the bank’s assets.

The rate of pay is the minimum amount offered for this position. Blue Foundry Bank will compensate employees in a fair and equitable manner, taking into consideration education, skills, current and relevant experience, among other factors.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, this position is eligible for incentive pay based on achievement of company and / or individual goals.

Minimum Job Requirements :

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Management, Economics, or similar field, or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience managing Commercial lending and loan portfolios management.
• A minimum of 5+ years of experience in workout and special servicing.
• Solid understanding of industry nuances applicable to the credits contained within the group's portfolio.
• Experience writing policies and procedures for collateral monitoring, workouts, and periodic loan reviews.
• Well-developed Commercial Banking credit analytic skills supported by formal credit and cash flow training.
• Hands-on financial analysis, structuring, underwriting, and portfolio management focused on Commercial Banking credits.
• Proven ability to handle client relationships and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Skilled in proposing, negotiating and recommending credit and covenant structures.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to persuasively present ideas and gain commitment for proposed solutions.
• Experienced in performing site visits, audits and working with regulators.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Primary Job Functions :

All employees should have knowledge of bank’s procedures and its compliance as it pertains to their position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, LGBTQ, national origin, disability or protected veteran status .

At Blue Foundry Bank we invest in the well being of our most prized asset…….our employees! We provide a robust array of programs and benefits to help employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our experiential learning and development program ensures employees are on track to grow their career as of day one. In addition, our comprehensive compensation package includes : medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance; 401(k)Traditional / Roth with immediate company match up to 5%; Employee Stock Ownership Plan; paid time off, and 11 paid holidays; employee referral; and educational reimbursement.

Blue Foundry offers hybrid work schedules for HQ employees; wellness programs and use of on-site gym and much more! Come join the Blue Crew community and be part of our success.