Mediabistro logo
job logo

Commercial Lending Administrator

Northern Bank, Woburn, MA, United States


Overview At Northern Bank, assisting small business owners grow their company is our passion. Our commercial lending team focuses on delivering exceptional service throughout the life cycle of a loan, from inception, through underwriting, to the loan closing process. The Commercial Lending Administrator is responsible for the preparation, review, and finalization of commercial loan documents from approval through closing and funding. This role ensures all loan documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and approved credit terms. The Commercial Lending Administrator works closely with loan officers, credit teams, and legal counsel to facilitate efficient loan closings.

Responsibilities

Prepare and review loan documentation, including promissory notes, loan agreements, security agreements, and other required closing documents

Verify loan approval terms and conditions to ensure accuracy and compliance with credit approvals and underwriting requirements

Collaborate with internal and external departments such as loan officers, credit and legal to resolve documentation, conditions or collateral issues prior to closing to ensure closing readiness

Review and approve insurance certificates for proper coverage prior to closing

Coordinate loan funding and disbursement with utilization of settlement statements and legal invoices

Preparation of Modification Documents on existing loans

Maintain and manage closing checklists to track completion of required documents, approvals and conditions

Monitor pipeline reports to ensure transactions are completed within required deadlines

Perform additional ad hoc duties as requested

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or a related field or a minimum of 2-5 years’ experience in Commercial Lending Operations and/or Paralegal is preferred

Thorough understanding of commercial documentation, credit memos and closing process

Experience with commercial real estate, construction loans, or complex lending transactions is preferred

Excellent attention to detail and document review skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Ability to stay well organized and prioritize workflow in a multi-tasking environment

Ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with a team

Experience with nCino/Salesforce is desirable

Proficient computer skills, including the ability to work efficiently with loan processing systems

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

The hourly rate range for the Commercial Lending Administrator is $30.00 to $39.00 per hour

#J-18808-Ljbffr