Jr. Credit Risk Review Analyst

4 days ago

Fair Lawn, NJ, United States Columbia Bank Full time
Summary: The Jr. Credit Risk Review Analyst works alongside more senior level analysts within the Credit Risk Review department to gain knowledge and experience in the review of commercial loans as well as overall credit risk management. Conducts detailed reviews of less complex commercial loan transactions. Analyzes credit, evaluates collateral and guarantor support, and assesses documentation. Ensures individual credits are adequately underwritten, properly graded, and conform to the Bank's lending policies. Identifies trends and risks within the Bank's loan portfolio.

Job Responsibilities:

Loan Review Memos
  • Performs independent, comprehensive assessments of credit to evaluate underwriting and credit quality within the Bank's loan portfolio. Analyzes the financial condition of the borrower, repayment capacity, collateral value, credit and appraisals. Tests for compliance with the Bank's lending policies and federal regulations. Reviews documentation of loans to ensure all required information is complete and accurate. Validates the accuracy of existing commercial loan grades in accordance with the metrics outlined in the Bank's loan grade system. Reports findings to the Director Credit Risk Review.
Credit Training
  • Participates in various commercial lending training courses through industry trade organizations including, but not limited to, ProSight (fka RMA), American Bankers Association, and NJ Bankers.
Exception Tracking
  • Assists with the tracking and reporting of documentation/condition exceptions based on quarterly review findings.
Credit Risk Reporting
  • Provides support with data collection and preparation of board level credit risk management reports, including, but not limited to concentration, policy exception, and stress testing. Supports other areas of risk management with credit related analysis.
Third Parties
  • Assists with the preparation for the onsite review of by third party consultants and external auditors.
Industry Knowledge
  • Remains current with industry regulations, market conditions, and Bank policies, procedures, and lending product offerings to ensure compliance throughout the underwriting and credit administration process and to assess risk in credit transactions.
Other
  • Performs other job-related duties as may be assigned.
Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics or related field
  • Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience (internships, job shadowing, or entry-level roles in banking or finance).
  • Basic to intermediate presentation skills and Excel proficiency
  • Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
Columbia Bank offers the following benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx which are contributory.
  • Bonus programs.
  • Employee Stock Option Program (ESOP).
  • Life Insurance, Long Term Disability and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (LTD&AD&D).
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) which includes Personal and Vacation Time.
  • Paid Sick Time.
  • Bank Holidays.
  • Employees may participate in the 401k program.

Schedule:

This role is eligible for a hybrid schedule; 3 days in the office and 2 days work from home based on business need.

Columbia Bank and its affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

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