Commercial Real Estate Workout Officer - Remote
Santander US, Albany, NY, United States
Commercial Real Estate Workout Officer – Lead the Resolution of Complex NYC Multifamily Assets
We are seeking an experienced
Commercial Real Estate Workout professional
to manage and resolve a portfolio of distressed loans secured primarily by rent‑regulated multifamily properties in New York City. This senior, high‑visibility role is designed for someone who has deep expertise navigating complex CRE restructurings, NYC rent‑regulation dynamics, and judicial foreclosure processes.
The ideal candidate has successfully worked through multifamily workout scenarios in the NYC market and understands the legal, financial, and regulatory nuances unique to this asset class. If you thrive navigating large portfolios, can negotiate or shadow sophisticated restructurings, and understand how to maximize recovery in regulated multifamily environments, this role is built for you.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Portfolio Management
Manage a portfolio of mid‑complexity distressed commercial real estate loans, focusing on rent‑regulated multifamily assets in NYC.
Evaluate collateral performance, borrower financials, and guarantor support to identify risks and recommend appropriate workout strategies.
Develop and execute resolution plans including loan modifications, forbearances, restructurings, and pursuit of various remedies.
Monitor ongoing borrower compliance, property performance and improvements, and loan covenant adherence.
Commercial Loan Documentation
Review, interpret, and negotiate commercial loan documents, including notes, mortgages, guarantees, intercreditor agreements, and forbearance or modification agreements.
Partner with internal and external counsel to ensure documentation accuracy and adherence to internal credit and regulatory standards.
Identify legal and structural issues that could impact collateral recovery or enforceability.
Underwriting & Financial Analysis
Conduct comprehensive underwriting of rent‑regulated multifamily properties, including evaluation of rent rolls, operating statements, capital needs, and market dynamics.
Perform financial modeling, collateral valuations, and risk assessments to support loan resolution recommendations.
Prepare and present detailed credit memoranda and action plans to management and credit committees.
Negotiation & Relationship Management
Lead or shadow negotiations with institutional borrowers, sponsors, investors, and legal representatives to achieve balanced, risk‑mitigated outcomes.
Maintain initiative‑taking and professional communication with borrowers and internal stakeholders throughout the workout process.
Foreclosure & REO Oversight
Oversee and manage judicial foreclosure processes, coordinating with counsel to ensure compliance with state laws and procedural requirements.
Manage Real Estate Owned (REO) assets post‑foreclosure, including stabilization, valuation, and disposition.
Compliance, Policy, and Regulatory Adherence
Ensure all actions comply with internal policies, risk management frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain thorough loan files, workout documentation, and regulatory reporting consistent with audit and examination standards.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of credit policy and ensure all recommendations and actions are appropriately supported and documented.
Core Competencies
Credit & Risk Acumen – Evaluates credit scenarios with sound judgment and risk awareness.
Regulatory & Policy Adherence – Demonstrates thorough understanding of banking regulations and internal governance standards.
Negotiation & Influence – Effectively negotiates or shadows negotiations with institutional counterparties to achieve optimal outcomes.
Execution & Accountability – Drives timely and accurate resolution of distressed assets within established frameworks.
Collaboration – Works effectively across Credit, Legal, Compliance and third‑party vendors to support portfolio performance.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or related field required.
Experience:
Minimum 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate workouts, including large portfolios, special assets, or credit risk management within a regulated financial institution.
Proven experience reviewing and negotiating commercial loan documentation and complex legal structures.
Background in underwriting and managing rent‑regulated multifamily properties in New York City.
Demonstrated ability to negotiate or shadow negotiations with institutional clients and structure loan modifications or settlements.
Direct experience with judicial foreclosures, receiverships, and REO management.
Skills & Competencies:
Understanding of NYC rent regulation and multifamily market dynamics.
Strong analytical, financial modeling, and valuation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Ability to interpret and apply internal policies, regulatory standards, and legal documentation.
Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, and loan servicing or risk management systems.
Expert level Excel.
Compensation Base Pay Range: $76,875.00 USD – $135,000.00 USD per year.
Benefits Your contribution matters and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. Benefits are designed to support you, your family, and your well‑being, now and into the future.
EEO Statement At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/Vet/Disabled/SO
Working Conditions Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.
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Commercial Real Estate Workout professional
to manage and resolve a portfolio of distressed loans secured primarily by rent‑regulated multifamily properties in New York City. This senior, high‑visibility role is designed for someone who has deep expertise navigating complex CRE restructurings, NYC rent‑regulation dynamics, and judicial foreclosure processes.
The ideal candidate has successfully worked through multifamily workout scenarios in the NYC market and understands the legal, financial, and regulatory nuances unique to this asset class. If you thrive navigating large portfolios, can negotiate or shadow sophisticated restructurings, and understand how to maximize recovery in regulated multifamily environments, this role is built for you.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities Portfolio Management
Manage a portfolio of mid‑complexity distressed commercial real estate loans, focusing on rent‑regulated multifamily assets in NYC.
Evaluate collateral performance, borrower financials, and guarantor support to identify risks and recommend appropriate workout strategies.
Develop and execute resolution plans including loan modifications, forbearances, restructurings, and pursuit of various remedies.
Monitor ongoing borrower compliance, property performance and improvements, and loan covenant adherence.
Commercial Loan Documentation
Review, interpret, and negotiate commercial loan documents, including notes, mortgages, guarantees, intercreditor agreements, and forbearance or modification agreements.
Partner with internal and external counsel to ensure documentation accuracy and adherence to internal credit and regulatory standards.
Identify legal and structural issues that could impact collateral recovery or enforceability.
Underwriting & Financial Analysis
Conduct comprehensive underwriting of rent‑regulated multifamily properties, including evaluation of rent rolls, operating statements, capital needs, and market dynamics.
Perform financial modeling, collateral valuations, and risk assessments to support loan resolution recommendations.
Prepare and present detailed credit memoranda and action plans to management and credit committees.
Negotiation & Relationship Management
Lead or shadow negotiations with institutional borrowers, sponsors, investors, and legal representatives to achieve balanced, risk‑mitigated outcomes.
Maintain initiative‑taking and professional communication with borrowers and internal stakeholders throughout the workout process.
Foreclosure & REO Oversight
Oversee and manage judicial foreclosure processes, coordinating with counsel to ensure compliance with state laws and procedural requirements.
Manage Real Estate Owned (REO) assets post‑foreclosure, including stabilization, valuation, and disposition.
Compliance, Policy, and Regulatory Adherence
Ensure all actions comply with internal policies, risk management frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain thorough loan files, workout documentation, and regulatory reporting consistent with audit and examination standards.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of credit policy and ensure all recommendations and actions are appropriately supported and documented.
Core Competencies
Credit & Risk Acumen – Evaluates credit scenarios with sound judgment and risk awareness.
Regulatory & Policy Adherence – Demonstrates thorough understanding of banking regulations and internal governance standards.
Negotiation & Influence – Effectively negotiates or shadows negotiations with institutional counterparties to achieve optimal outcomes.
Execution & Accountability – Drives timely and accurate resolution of distressed assets within established frameworks.
Collaboration – Works effectively across Credit, Legal, Compliance and third‑party vendors to support portfolio performance.
Qualifications Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Real Estate, Accounting, or related field required.
Experience:
Minimum 5+ years of experience in commercial real estate workouts, including large portfolios, special assets, or credit risk management within a regulated financial institution.
Proven experience reviewing and negotiating commercial loan documentation and complex legal structures.
Background in underwriting and managing rent‑regulated multifamily properties in New York City.
Demonstrated ability to negotiate or shadow negotiations with institutional clients and structure loan modifications or settlements.
Direct experience with judicial foreclosures, receiverships, and REO management.
Skills & Competencies:
Understanding of NYC rent regulation and multifamily market dynamics.
Strong analytical, financial modeling, and valuation skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Ability to interpret and apply internal policies, regulatory standards, and legal documentation.
Proficiency with Word, PowerPoint, and loan servicing or risk management systems.
Expert level Excel.
Compensation Base Pay Range: $76,875.00 USD – $135,000.00 USD per year.
Benefits Your contribution matters and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. Benefits are designed to support you, your family, and your well‑being, now and into the future.
EEO Statement At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/Vet/Disabled/SO
Working Conditions Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.
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