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Job Summary:

This position is responsible for supporting the Credit Risk Review function through the assessment, on a loan specific or portfolio-wide basis, of credit quality and corresponding potential loan or other loss exposure for the various loan portfolios and activities which create credit risk.  Monitor compliance with, and adequacy of, established business line and corporate policies.

Job Responsibilities:

Conduct credit risk reviews in accordance with CRR policy and procedures. Primary responsibility for managing all aspects of assigned reviews including planning, fieldwork and recommending appropriate ratings and formal recommendations as needed

Manage reviews/review team on an independent basis; may complete specialized reviews on an individual basis.

Verify work of other reviewers and assure consistency

Complete reviews within established time frames

Maintain specific areas of subject matter expertise (i.e. CRE, C&I, Sponsor & Specialty, ABL, Equipment Finance, Public Finance, Treasury Investments, etc.) and be responsible for the ongoing education of other department members in these areas.

Conduct ongoing/continuous monitoring of assigned portfolios per CRR Policy.

Evaluate effectiveness of management processes in the various portfolios.

Based on results, proactively recommend if change to review frequency is warranted

Interaction with business unit leaders, executive management as well as regulators and auditors.

As a review participant:

Use credit and financial information to verify the credit worthiness of existing borrowers.  Assess adequacy of current risk ratings and accrual status.

Assess relationship manager/underwriter compliance with bank policy.

Verify the adequacy and completeness of credit files.

Provide consultative feedback to relationship managers and unit managers relative to credit/loan quality issues arising from reviews.

Participate in the development and training of less experienced team members.

Assist with the completion of summary reports for executive management and Risk Committee.

Education, Experience and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree in related field required; master’s degree preferred

7+ years of relevant experience in credit analysis, quality control and/or credit risk review.

Detail oriented and able to work well independently and within deadlines.

Strong financial statement analysis skills within assigned disciplines with demonstrated versatility.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Credit trained preferred.

This position will have a hybrid schedule based in either Southington, CT, Stamford, CT, White Plains, NY or Jericho, LI.

The estimated salary range for this position is $100,000USD to $125,000USD. Actual salary may vary up or down depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position is eligible for incentive compensation.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.