Commercial Credit Manager
Creative Financial Staffing, Whitewater, WI, US
Salary min: $48.00
Salary max: $57.00
Duration: Full Time
Commercial Credit Manager
Salary: $100,000 – $120,000
About the Opportunity:
A highly regarded and well-established financial institution is seeking an experienced Commercial Credit Manager to lead its commercial credit analysis and underwriting operations. This key leadership role will oversee a team of skilled credit professionals, ensure sound credit administration, and uphold portfolio quality consistent with institutional strategy, regulatory expectations, and risk management best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead, mentor, and develop a team of commercial credit analysts to ensure consistent, high-quality underwriting standards.
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Oversee the preparation, analysis, and approval of complex credit requests, financial spreads, and risk ratings.
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Partner closely with commercial lenders and senior leadership to structure, negotiate, and monitor credit facilities.
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Maintain oversight of portfolio health, including covenant compliance, concentration risk, and early identification of emerging credit issues.
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Support and advise on the resolution of problem credits and special assets.
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Prepare, analyze, and present portfolio performance, credit quality, and risk management reports to executive leadership.
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Collaborate with auditors and regulators to ensure compliance with internal policies and external requirements.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Minimum of 4+ years of progressive experience in commercial credit analysis or underwriting.
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At least 2+ years of leadership experience managing credit or underwriting teams.
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field required (advanced degree or professional certification preferred).
$100,000 - $120,000