Job Description

At , we strive to build value for the people who choose us every day: our people, our clients and our investors. We do this by holding true to the values that guide us. We put people first and build relationships with intention. We seek out and embrace new ideas, knowing that better is always possible. We believe that how we do things is as important as what we do. And we harness the power of inclusion. Our culture is who we are and how we show up - as individuals and as a team - to accomplish our strategy.

Put a new spin on your banking career

The overwhelming majority of our employees say CWB is a Great Place to Work\xc2\xae

We\xe2\x80\x99re different from the big banks in the way we engage our employees - caring, responsive, and armed with an obsession for growing talent. Our reputation is powered by a people first culture that ensures our employees be and feel heard, promotes inclusivity and diverse viewpoints, and inspires collaboration and innovation.

Our employees love CWB. You\xe2\x80\x99ll love it here too.

The Opportunity

Are you looking for an opportunity to demonstrate your creativity and experience in commercial lending? Look no further!

Our Special Asset Management Unit (SAMU) team is growing, and we are adding a AVP Commercial, SAMU that will conduct the due diligence of sensitive and critical high-risk commercial portfolio files.

We are on the hunt for an individual with in depth knowledge of underwriting, credit and financial analysis skills. This role will be a critical partner, managing commercial, high risk borrowing by minimizing Canadian Western Bank\xe2\x80\x99s overall risk, with a focus towards the rehabilitation of the commercial client lending relationship.

What you will be responsible for

Client experience. Business growth. Credit management. Risk mitigation.

Relationship Management

Navigate complex, highly sensitive and confidential commercial client accounts, with a focus on restructuring, retention, rehabilitation, and balancing the risk and interests of the organization

Maintain expert knowledge of commercial clients and prospects, market, competition, and economic factors, in conjunction with a robust understanding of key business issues and trends

Develop client relationships under stressful conditions, must be comfortable with frank and direct discussions with borrowers while maintaining client engagement.

Identify and respond to changes in the business environment, establishing action plans to address commercial client\xe2\x80\x99s issues and priorities

Leverage established skills in high-risk commercial account restructuring, providing lending creative solutions to meet client needs, utilizing internal partnerships wherever possible

Navigate and excel in negotiating with large company CEO / CFO / Executive levels in complex interactions. Also, comfortable dealing with senior syndicate partners with the ability to negotiate at the most senior of levels.

Develop and execute a relationship strategy for high-risk commercial clients, identifying the key issues surrounding the relationship and implementation of the strategy

Risk Mitigation

Responsible for the overall day to day management of high-risk commercial accounts and the restructuring of loans to an acceptable level of risk or to maximize recovery of capital

Review complex and sensitive commercial loans, perform oversight of watch loans, provide assistance and coach to Lenders as required

Responsible for identifying deteriorating situations within the assigned high risk commercial portfolio that can result in material risk/losses to the organization

Responsible for all identified commercial high-risk files, removing from 1st line origination with the desire to rehabilitate file and transition back to 1st line

Work with internal resources and external vendors in maximizing repayment under realization, collection, and liquidation, where rehabilitation of a commercial file is not possible

Act as a resident expert and provide a deep understanding of the insolvency environment and process, including comfort in dealing with insolvency professionals at the most senior levels

Skills and competencies that will take you further

Sales. Credit knowledge. Collaborator. Financial savvy. Team builder. Compliance strategist. Trusted partner.

What you bring

Education

Undergraduate degree in commerce, finance or accounting disciplines

Post graduate degree / diploma is a definite asset (MBA / CFA / CBV / CPA)

Professional Experience

Minimum of seven (7) to ten (10) years strong lending and relationship management background in large financing including syndicated transactions (Commercial, Real Estate and Equipment Finance) with a preference for individuals who have direct experience managing problem accounts and workout situations.

Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of credit adjudication

Proven professional network in the syndication and/or insolvency market definite asset

Corporate lending and syndication experience is an asset

Personal Competencies

Proven coaching and leadership skills

High level experience with financial statement analysis and modeling as well accounting software programs

Ability to build effective relationships with various stakeholders and parties

Above average technical skills including working high level knowledge of Excel, Word, and Adobe Forms

Strong organizational, analytical, critical thinking, negotiation, mediation skills

Sound problem solving skills and judgement

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

Excellent risk analysis and assessment abilities

Ability to work through sophisticated situations and yield solutions

Your career, your move. We\xe2\x80\x99re worth the risk. CWB. Apply today.

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As an equitable employer, CWB Financial Group is committed to providing a safe and where a diverse workforce thrives. You are welcomed and encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Dignity, respect and equality are non-negotiables. If you require during any part of the recruitment or selection process, please reach out.

Closing Date:

• Position closes at 12:01am on the close date identified below. 09/29/2023

Canadian Western Bank