Sr Construction & CRE Loan Administrator

Job Description Summary

The Senior Construction & Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Loan Administrator provides ongoing administration and maintenance of an assigned portfolio of commercial real estate and/or swap loans post-closing.

Primary Functions of the Position:

• Reviews, closes, and processes modifications/extensions, payments, rate changes, payoffs, partial releases, full releases and exceptions
• Administers the construction draw process which includes reviewing budgets and ensuring that the loans are balanced (including letter of credit exposure); reviews inspection reports, identifies and resolves construction and title issues. Ensures that requests are in accordance with governing loan documents and procedures and that all required approvals have been received
• Administers swapped loans (if assigned), including onboarding new swaps, manual monthly reconcilement of billing, applying and requesting payments to the loan and swap
• As needed, coordinates the loan closing process including performing necessary due diligence, gathering client data, reviewing loan approvals and executed documents, reviewing the initial draw request, preparing funding requests and following up on post-closing exceptions
• Works closely with loan closers, relationship managers, portfolio managers, internal and external counsel, borrowers and all other authorized parties affiliated with each loan transaction

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent; post-secondary degree preferred
• A minimum of 4 years of financial industry experience, including 2 years of loan administration or loan operations experience
• Commercial/Construction Real Estate Loan Administration experience preferred
• Understanding of interest rate swaps preferred.

Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge of loan documentation and lending regulations and ability to effectively interface with customers, internal and external counsel, compliance, credit, title companies, inspectors, insurance companies and other external contacts
• Job may require additional hours of work during peak periods to meet service levels

High School (HS)

Travel

Less than 25%

Workstyle

Resident

The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave.  Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view.
We expect our associates at all levels to:
•  Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
•  Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
•  Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
•  Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
•  Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.  When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.