WaFd Bank Looking for Relationship Manager (homebuilder Finance) at Seattle, WA, United States Full Time

Job Description

A Relationship Manager is responsible for developing a business plan to maintain and grow existing relationships and is responsible for developing new relationships that meet our client selectivity and risk appetite. The Relationship Manager has had proven success in independently winning new relationships (credit and non-credit) and negotiating terms with minimal assistance. Relationship Managers will be expected to partner with the appropriate commercial banking colleagues (Loan Coordinators, Credit Analysts) to deliver credit relationships with the guidance of Credit Administration, the Senior Relationship Manager, Division Manager or Director. Relationship Mangers work closely with Treasury Management Officers to grow and service the non-credit needs of commercial clients. This position will develop and manage commercial relationships which meet established lending and client selectivity requirements and provide maximum profitability to the Bank with a minimum of risk.

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Requirements:
Education/Skills/Training:

• Bachelor’s Degree or approved equivalent; completion of courses in finance, accounting and real estate analysis or equivalent training in commercial banking.
• Negotiating experience, accuracy, strong organizational skills, attention to detail and success working with clients with diverse banking needs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills. Able to work independently with little supervision as well as in a team environment.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications, (primarily WORD, PowerPoint and EXCEL); Experience with LaserPro (CFI) desired; Position requires clear and concise verbal and written communication skills including good customer relations skills.

Experience:

3-5 years of experience as a Credit Analyst, Relationship Officer or the equivalent. Must have good understanding and working knowledge of commercial lending terminology, loan processing, loan documentation and lending procedures. Self-motivated and production-oriented with a desire to grow existing relationships and actively pursue business development.