Commercial Division Manager - WaFd Bank

Salt Lake City, UT 84111

About the Job

Min:USD $165,000.00/Yr.Max:USD $190,000.00/Yr.Job Summary:

The Division Manager ("DM") is primarily responsible for the growth of commercial banking in the geographic market being served by managing a team of no less than six individuals, four of which shall be calling officers (Director, Senior Relationship Managers, Relationship Managers, Relationship Officers or Banking Officers). Success attributes for a DM include: proven business development skills in support of the Company's client segments, proven ability to retain, coach and motivate staff, proven ability to recruit Calling Officers to generate profitable business aligned with our risk appetite , superior portfolio management, sales management and risk identification skills.

This position manages a team that may consist of calling officers, Loan Coordinators, and Credit Analysts, Senior Relationship Managers, Relationship Managers, Relationship Officers or Banking Officers. The team's primarily focus is on retaining and increasing the business we have with existing clients and obtaining new profitable relationships for the bank. The Division Manager is expected to have an active role working directly with existing and prospective client relationships and provide teaching, mentoring of teammates to improve the following skills; credit, negotiating, non-credit products, teamwork, portfolio management and advisory/sales.

WaFd Bank is proud of the high value that we all place on simply being kind when serving our co-workers and clients.

Adhere to bank policies and procedures designed to comply with federal regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC regulations. To that end, ensure timely and accurate preparation of Currency Transaction Reports, Suspicious Activity Reports and other recordkeeping requirements.

Qualifications:

Education/Skills/Training

Bachelors Degree or approved equivalent; completion of courses in finance, accounting and real estate analysis or equivalent training in commercial banking.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Effective verbal and written communication skills. Able to work independently with little supervision as well as in a team environment.
Proven experience in analyzing, pricing and structuring around risk.
Able to work well under pressure, meet deadlines and make sound decisions.
Comfortable in making formal and informal presentations in diverse settings.
Able to deal with the public, in person and by telephone, in a personable, professional manner.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel, and Outlook are required.

Experience

A minimum of ten years successful commercial loan portfolio management and/or loan production experience.
Strong credit and underwriting skills required.
Experience appraising or underwriting commercial projects is preferred.
Prior sales management or business development experience is preferred.
Knowledge of appraisal practices and procedures.
Knowledge of basic real estate law and/or contracts desirable.
Knowledge of legal documents and terminology relating to business and real estate transactions is preferred, as is knowledge of title insurance, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Benefits:

At WaFd Bank you get all of these great benefits!

Paid time off for vacation, sick days and holidays
Health insurance
Stock options
Bonus programs
Generous 7% 401(k) employer matching*
Paid Parental Leave
Life and AD&D insurance
Long-term disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance programs
Pre-tax health and dependent-care spending plans

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We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action. We recruit, hire, train and promote persons in all job titles and ensure that all other personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military and/or veteran status, or disability in accordance with Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, which require affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. WaFd Bank does not discriminate on the basis of national origin or citizenship status as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, or any other Federal or State legally-protected classes. WaFd Bank is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at 800.324.9375

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