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GENERAL SUMMARY
Relationship Manager (“RM”) is able to handle both (i) client-facing business development responsibilities as well as (ii) portfolio management responsibilities. This type of RM is typically found in lending teams with a smaller number of people where someone may need to carry out both functions. In a larger lending team, this title can exist for someone who wants to transition from PM to SRM but is not quite ready for the loan goal targets of a SRM. This position’s function is to identify and bring new loan clients and be able to manage an existing portfolio assigned to them.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Identify and bring new clients to the Bank. Each RM should have a specific new loan commitment/outstanding goal set by their Team Manager every year.
- RM is to negotiate and structure the primary terms of the loan with the client; circulate concept memo if needed prior to issuance of term sheet/LOI.
- Work with designated underwriter, loan assistants and other loan support staff to prepare the Credit Commitment Report (“CCR”) for new loans, renewals, amendments and annual reviews.
- Present each CCR to the requisite approval authority levels. The finished CCR is the work product of a team but the RM is ultimately responsible for the content.
- Review loan documents, either internally prepared or by outside counsel, to ensure accuracy.
- Work with loan assistants and loan support staff to ensure all necessary items needed for the closing of the loan is in process and well-managed; RM is to manage the client experience of this process.
- Portfolio management functions include monitoring and managing the credit quality of the assigned loan portfolio.
- Review to ensure each credit is properly risk rated based on the Bank’s risk rating system.
- Reviews client’s accounts and portfolios in order to identify, evaluate and determine the appropriate course of action on potential credit quality issues in order to maximize credit quality and minimize risk and potential loss to the Bank.
- Ensure compliance with Bank, regulatory and credit requirements with emphasis on best-in-class customer service while adhering to required timeframes from the client.
- Assist with mentoring and coaching junior officers and loan staff.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: U.S. College graduate with major in related fields.
- Experience:
- 5-7 years of commercial lending and banking experience with thorough knowledge of lending regulations and credit/underwriting practices.
- Must possess strong loan negotiation (rates, terms, collateral requirements) experience.
- Must possess previous underwriting experience in the requisite area of commercial lending.
- Must have extensive knowledge and understanding of Bank’s credit policy, risk management, underwriting requirements and loan servicing.
- Must have strong knowledge and understanding of commercial and specialty group banking products and services and have demonstrated ability to cross-sell such products.
- Skills/Ability: PC proficient. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual (English/Mandarin or Cantonese) a plus but not required. Ability to work well independently to structure loans and/or lines of credits. Must be organized and detail oriented and able to multi-task. Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high production and team environment. Excellent time management skills and be accustomed to working with deadlines. Ability to assume responsibility and accountability for decision-making. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of Bank personnel.
OTHER DETAILS
$150K – $175K / year
Pay determined based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location.
This position may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.
Cathay Bank offers its full-time employees a competitive benefits package which is a significant part of their total compensation. It is our goal to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs which includes, coverage for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts (FSAs), health saving account (HSA) with company contributions, voluntary coverages, and 401(k).
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Skills Required
- U.S. college degree in a related field
- 5-7 years of commercial lending and banking experience
- Thorough knowledge of lending regulations and credit and underwriting practices
- Strong loan negotiation experience, including rates, terms, and collateral requirements
- Previous underwriting experience in commercial lending
- Extensive knowledge of bank credit policy, risk management, underwriting requirements, and loan servicing
- Strong knowledge of commercial and specialty group banking products and services
- Demonstrated ability to cross-sell banking products and services
- PC proficiency
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently to structure loans and lines of credit
- Organization, attention to detail, multitasking, time management, and deadline management skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-production team environment
- Ability to assume responsibility and accountability for decision-making
- Bilingual English and Mandarin or Cantonese
Cathay Bank Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cathay Bank and has not been reviewed or approved by Cathay Bank.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision with the employer covering a majority of premiums. Basic life and disability insurance are also provided.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is available, with the match described as in line with many peer banks. Retirement planning support is also highlighted.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — An Employee Assistance Program and a structured wellness program with incentives are offered, alongside entertainment and bank‑fee discounts. External recognition highlights ongoing investment in well‑being and total rewards.
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What We Do
About us More than 60 years ago, we opened our doors at Cathay Bank to serve the growing Chinese American community in Los Angeles. We helped our clients put down new roots with cars and homes. We supported their businesses, which continue to sustain generations. We worked with them to cultivate communities united by a shared drive to create and build lives in Southern California. Over time, we’ve expanded along with our clients. Today, we’re a subsidiary of Cathay General Bancorp (NASDAQ: CATY), a publicly traded bank holding company that has grown to $20.9 billion in assets as of December 31, 2021. We operate in nine states across the United States, in California, New York, Washington, Illinois, Texas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, and New Jersey, and have outposts in Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai and Taipei. While the people we serve have evolved and changed, the spirit of what makes up our clients remain the same. Everyone believes in the power of initiative and perseverance. Each aims to achieve what’s possible. All strive to live their best lives. And we’re happy to work alongside them – providing the tools and services to get them where they want to go. Member FDIC Equal Housing Lender
