Banking & Commercial Loan Workout Manager jobs in Stamford, CT

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The Managing Director Loan Workout professional has broad experience in managing a portfolio of adversely classified loans, with a focus on maximizing recovery and minimizing losses.    Significant experience (at least 8 years) of managing adversely classified loans. 

Actively participate and lead such key processes (if requested) as Impairments, PAR, Key Credit Metrics and Watch and Worse for assigned portfolio. Operate as a senior member of the CLW Sponsor & Specialty/ABL team. Mentor junior colleagues and act as a Subject Matter Expert relative to working out adversely classified loans.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of Leveraged Sponsor Loans and/or ABL loans that have been classified and transferred to Commercial Loan Workout.  Act as resource/Subject Matter Expert for other team members.

• Evaluate credit file information and develop plan for resolution of loans to minimize exposure for the Bank.

• Execute approved strategies in a timely manner, assessing success and revising proactively as needed during the workout process. 

• Follow bank policies to identify deteriorating credits, non-performing loans, prepare impairment analysis, recommend write downs and report to senior management on a timely basis.  Participate in quarterly portfolio reviews, watch list reviews and impairment meetings.

• Coordinates with inside/outside legal counsel to protect Bank’s security and collateral; negotiate waivers and forbearance agreements; and document transaction restructurings in conjunction with approved workout strategy.

• Work effectively with internal partners and outside advisors as part of individual workout situations.

• Maintain complete, accurate and current electronic loan files for all assigned loans.

• Perform other duties as required and directed by the Senior Managing Director Sponsor & Specialty/CLW.

Experience:

• Knowledge of commercial lending practices, including loan structure, covenants and risk mitigants.

• Ability to work independently and determine appropriate prioritization aligned with organization goals.

• Sound judgment & analytical skills with self-maintained focus.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to interact using tact and diplomacy.

• Excellent organization / time management skills.

• Function effectively in a small team, recognizing all members are vital to the organization’s success.

• College Degree preferred.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in Commercial Lending or Workouts

The estimated salary range for this position is $180,000USD to $200,000USD. Actual salary may vary up or down depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive compensation.

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