Lead Closing Officer – Commercial Real Estate, Syndications

KeyBank

. Manage end-to-end pre- and post-closing activities for complex Healthcare, Institutional Real Estate, and other commercial loans .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $57,000 - $87,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex Healthcare and Institutional Real Estate loan closings, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Proficient in coordinating with various stakeholders and analyzing loan documentation for conformity with credit approvals and legal standards.

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Commercial Loan DocumentationClosing ProcessesLoanIQ ProficiencyRegulatory ComplianceProblem-Solving Skills

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Hard Skills

Commercial Real Estate FinancingLoan StructuresLegal DocumentationMulti-Bank Loan ParticipationsCommercial Lending ConceptsProject BudgetsAIA DocumentsGovernmental Legal RequirementsAttention to DetailMathematics Aptitude

Soft Skills

Decision-Making SkillsInterpersonal CommunicationOrganizational AbilitiesSolution-Oriented MindsetAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeLoanIQCompliance Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Paralegal TrainingLaw DegreeLPO License

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ProductsInstitutional Real EstateCommercial LoansSyndication BanksClosing ChecklistsCredit ApprovalsInsurance StandardsFlood StandardsPatriot ActBeneficial Ownership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage end-to-end pre- and post-closing activities for complex Healthcare, Institutional Real Estate, and other commercial loans
Provide subject-matter expertise across the closing process, including review of credit approvals, term sheets, closing checklists, and required closing items
Coordinate timelines, monitor conditions, and ensure pre-closing and post-closing requirements are satisfied
Analyze loan documentation for conformity with credit approvals, term sheets, internal policies, and regulatory requirements
Assist with negotiating client-requested changes with counsel and line-of-business partners
Coordinate legal counsel, title agents, insurance agents, construction consultants, syndication banks, and other third-party vendors
Review third-party reports and collateral documentation, including insurance, flood, title, survey, zoning, appraisal, environmental, and property condition materials
Coordinate funding, booking, and settlement, including funding notices, closing statements, fee collection, wire callbacks, approvals, and booking documentation
Manage documentation exceptions using LoanIQ and other production and compliance platforms
Maintain accurate deal status updates, document uploads, and digital closing files
Identify, resolve, and escalate risks, exceptions, and issues
Ensure compliance with internal policies, governmental and bank regulations, OFAC, Patriot Act, Beneficial Ownership, and legal, flood, and insurance standards
Authorize closings and coordinate with Servicing Officers and internal teams on closing, funding, booking, and servicing handoffs
Support post-closing activities and loan modifications
Mentor team members through onsite training, guidance, and quality verification
Participate in and occasionally lead process improvement projects and in-person collaboration sessions
Participate in client, pipeline, and syndication bank meetings
Complete required training and maintain professional and regulatory readiness
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
3+ years of related experience, preferably in banking or financial services (required)
Experience with closing processes and commercial real estate loan financing, including committed loan structures, REITs, title/liens, insurance, commercial loan documents, contracts, leases, AIA documents, project budgets, legal documentation, and governmental legal requirements
Experience with multi-bank loan participations/syndications and secondary market standards
Understanding of commercial lending concepts
Proficiency in commercial loan documentation and closing
Familiarity with commercial loan accounting systems, including LIQ
Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote
Strong solution-oriented and problem-solving skills
Excellent decision-making skills and judgment
Ability to work independently without direct on-site supervision and understand when to ask for assistance
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication
Effective planning and organizational abilities; high attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-volume environment
Strong aptitude for analysis, systems, and mathematics
Ability to deliver distinctive personalized service to external and internal clients
Paralegal training, law degree and/or LPO license preferred
Familiarity with Healthcare products is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Base salary range of $57,000.00–$87,000.00 annually
Eligibility for incentive compensation, which may include production, commission, and/or discretionary incentives
Hybrid work arrangement (2+ days)
Flexible workspace options where roles can be performed effectively in a mobile environment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans