Special Assets Officer (Hybrid Eligible*)
WaFd Bank · Seattle, WA · 2 wk ago
OTHR$116k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Special Credits Officer manages troubled commercial banking relationships and/or adversely graded commercial loans within the Bank's portfolio. This role may also include providing advisory services to Relationship Managers managing their own problem loans.
Responsibilities
- Manage troubled, commercial banking relationships and/or adversely graded commercial loans.
- Obtain and review financial information and collateral valuations.
- Analyze and negotiate modification and/or forbearance terms.
- Provide recommendations for appropriate action plans.
- Mitigate losses through active engagement and administration of approved action plans.
- Monitor and report on risk ratings and impairments.
- Communicate with borrowers, Bank employees, and others professionally.
- Work with attorneys and manage legal and collection activities.
- Avoid conflicts of interest and maintain client privacy.
- Complete eLearning courses and certifications as required.
- Adhere to and enforce bank policies and procedures.
- Prepare and submit Currency Transaction Reports, Suspicious Activity Reports, and other recordkeeping requirements.
- Complete special projects as assigned.
Requirements
- Strong experience with loan documentation, closing documentation, title reports, appraisals, and supporting underwriting criteria.
- Experience in managing complex CRE and C&I relationships.
- Knowledge and experience with bankruptcy and foreclosure laws and processes.
- Experience in managing and disposing of business and income property assets.
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and data management.
Skills
- Strong professional business communication and people skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully with all layers of an organization.
- Strong organizational skills and decision-making abilities.
Qualifications
- Minimum of five years’ experience in commercial banking and problem loan administration.
Benefits
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits package, please visit our Benefits Summary page.