The Role
Manage and grow a portfolio of large, complex commercial real estate clients through relationship management, credit analysis, underwriting, loan structuring, and portfolio monitoring. Prepare lending recommendations, conduct credit reviews, ensure regulatory and policy compliance, mentor junior staff, and support business development and community engagement.
Summary Generated by Built In
More than 135 years ago, we started with core values that never go out of style: listen, learn and help businesses and individuals reach their goals. These core values shape our culture, and we were recently Great Place to Work Certified because of our outstanding workplace culture and employee experience. As well, our financial strength and stability are key reasons Forbes named us one of the Best 100 Banks in America for the ninth consecutive year.
With more than $16 billion in assets and 135 branch locations throughout Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and California, we understand our role in the economy and take that responsibility seriously. In addition to offering a source of capital to personal banking clients and businesses of all sizes, we place a high importance on employee volunteerism and donate millions of dollars each year to community organizations.
As a CRE Relationship Manager II, you’ll play a key role in helping commercial real estate clients achieve their goals while building long-term, trusted relationships. This position combines business development, portfolio management, and credit expertise, giving you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients, communities, and the Bank's continued growth.
In this role you'll
- Develop and manage a portfolio of new and existing large, complex commercial real estate relationships.
- Build strong client relationships and actively market a broad range of banking solutions to meet complex business needs.
- Negotiate loan terms and conditions within established lending authority.
- Prepare and present credit analyses and lending recommendations for borrowing requests.
- Conduct credit reviews to ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and underwriting standards.
- Perform ongoing credit risk management through active portfolio monitoring and accurate risk rating assessments.
- Monitor commercial real estate credits through periodic reviews and financial analysis.
- Promote awareness of the Bank and its services through community involvement and professional networking.
- Coach and mentor less experienced CRE Relationship Managers and Portfolio Managers.
- Comply with all Bank policies, procedures, security requirements, and applicable government regulations.
What we're looking for
- You have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Law, Computer Science, or a related field (Required).
- An equivalent combination of education and experience can be considered in lieu of a degree.
- You have 6 or more years of experience in commercial real estate lending, credit analysis, and business development (Required).
What helps you shine
- Have a proven ability to develop, grow, and manage large, complex commercial real estate relationships.
- You excel at relationship management, client presentations, and negotiating successful outcomes.
- Possess an in-depth understanding of local commercial real estate markets and market trends.
- You demonstrate strong financial analysis skills and the ability to underwrite and structure complex commercial real estate credit transactions.
- Have deep knowledge of cash management products and treasury solutions.
- You understand federal and state regulations related to commercial lending, credit administration, and appraisal guidelines.
- You enjoy mentoring others and sharing your expertise to support team success.
Travel
- Up to 20%
Our Company Values
- Do the right thing
- Mutual respect
- Teamwork
- Honesty and integrity
What Our Team Says
"I have the opportunity to learn and grow every day in my current role. I love the work life balance, knowing that we work hard, and strive for high performance but we are celebrated."
Compensation & Benefits
- Targeted starting salary range (based on experience): $173,670 - $204,317
- Annual incentive potential
- Comprehensive employee benefits, including: medical, dental, vision, LTD, STD and life
- Paid vacation time, sick time and 11 company paid holidays
- 401k (with up to 4% match)
- Tuition reimbursement
Review Banner's employee benefits at: Employee Benefits | Banner Bank
Please take time to review Banner Bank's Consent & Privacy notice before applying.
Banner Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Banner Bank does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for any job postings. Resumes submitted to any Banner Bank employee by a third-party agency and/or search firm without a valid written and signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Banner Bank. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for a position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, Law, Computer Science, or related field
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
- 6 or more years of experience in commercial real estate lending, credit analysis, and business development
- Ability to prepare and present credit analyses and lending recommendations
- Experience underwriting and structuring complex commercial real estate credit transactions
- Knowledge of federal and state commercial lending regulations and appraisal guidelines
- Knowledge of cash management products and treasury solutions
- Proven relationship management, negotiation, and client presentation skills
- Experience mentoring or coaching less experienced CRE relationship or portfolio managers
Banner Bank Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Banner Bank and has not been reviewed or approved by Banner Bank.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options, dental (including adult orthodontia), and vision are offered alongside company‑paid life and AD&D, company‑paid short‑term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program. Access to a Wellness Coach and additional health resources broaden the support for physical and mental wellbeing.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — The package includes generous vacation, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, paid parental leave, and 16 hours of paid community service annually. Corporate materials also outline flexible scheduling, personal‑leave hours for cultural or other needs, and gender‑neutral parental leave for birth and non‑birth parents.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Tuition reimbursement, public transportation reimbursement, employee banking discounts, and service/recognition awards enhance overall value. Role‑dependent incentives and commissions, together with ongoing wellness coaching access, round out everyday benefits.
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The Company
What We Do
Banner Bank is proud to serve the West with comprehensive financial services. More than 130 years ago we started with core values that never go out of style: listen, learn and help people and businesses reach their goals. Today across Oregon, Washington, California and Idaho—we deliver a high level of individual service as a community bank, while also offering competitive products some might expect to find only at a nationwide financial institution. Member FDIC. Visit us for more information on the best banking solutions for your business.
