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Summary of the Position:

The Commercial Loan Closing Specialist coordinates the loan closing process for new loans and modifications to existing loans within the C&I and CRE portfolio. This includes performing necessary due diligence (i.e. flood work, engaging inspectors & environmental engineers, review of insurance), reviewing loan approvals and draft documents, ensuring all closing conditions have been met and scheduling closings.

Essential Functions of the Position:

+ Liaise with Bank Counsel to review complex loan documents

+ Participate actively in deal closing calls that include internal and external deal team members and counsel

+ Ensure documentation accurately reflect the conditions and structure set forth in the credit approval

+ Work with Relationship Manager/Underwriter to understand the transaction and make sure that all relevant documentation and necessary due diligence is obtained

+ Prepare funding requests and ensure accurate and complete funding information to ensure a timely closing

+ Resolve post-closing loan requirements and clear exceptions.

Education and Experience Requirements:

+ Post-secondary degree preferred

+ Minimum 4 years of experience, including 2 years of bank operations processing, loan closings or related experience

+ Commercial Real Estate experience

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

+ Must demonstrate strong follow-up skills and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively