Commercial Real Estate Lender

About the role

Washington Trust is seeking an experienced Commercial Real Estate Lender focused on the Connecticut market to join our collaborative, results-oriented CRE lending team. This position offers a hybrid work schedule with on-site work in our New Haven and Westerly, RI offices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and service a growing commercial real estate loan portfolio by establishing and supporting a robust calling plan.
• Maintain relationships with existing customers, prospects, and referral sources to achieve loan and deposit production goals while ensuring compliance with credit policies and procedures and established standards.

Requirements

• 7+ years of commercial real estate lending experience with an established network of customers and referral sources, including construction and permanent loans.
• Comprehensive understanding of commercial real estate, knowledge of various real estate asset classes, and market conditions.
• Superior credit, customer service, and negotiation skills, along with strong general bank product and services knowledge.
• Proven ability to build relationships through networking and high customer service standards.
• Strong business writing and professional communication skills.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field, or relevant experience.

Pay

A good-faith, reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $175,000 - $220,000 per year. The actual offer will depend on factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications, and education.

Benefits

• Eligibility for an annual bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health and welfare benefits.
• Paid time-off and work-life program.
• 401(k) plan.