Vice President, Portfolio Manager

Western Alliance Bank

. Analyze, structure, underwrite, and coordinate the closing of major and complex loans in compliance with the Bank's lending policies and procedures .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeCosta Mesa • California • United StatesLead💰 $121,870 - $150,546 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing, structuring, and underwriting complex loans while ensuring compliance with banking regulations. Proficient in portfolio management and delivering superior customer service through effective communication and problem-solving.

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Portfolio ManagementCommercial Credit StructuringRegulatory ComplianceLoan UnderwritingCustomer Service

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Hard Skills

Loan AdministrationTreasury ManagementCredit AnalysisLoan StructuringPricing DynamicsBanking OperationsRisk IdentificationInformation AnalysisLoan ProcessingPortfolio Upkeep

Soft Skills

Advanced Communication SkillsProblem-SolvingClient InteractionFollow-Through

Certifications & Qualifications

Credit Analyst Training

Industry Keywords

Banking PoliciesFederal RegulationsState RegulationsCommercial Banking ProductsLending Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze, structure, underwrite, and coordinate the closing of major and complex loans in compliance with the Bank's lending policies and procedures
Work with the Vice President, Commercial Banker to manage loans and responsibly monitor and identify credit risks
Participate in underwriting and closing desirable credits to help attain Bank, region, and branch goals
Assure compliance with Bank policies and procedures and applicable state and federal banking regulations
Interface with clients in-person, over the phone, and by email to assess credit needs and determine the best structure and required analysis items
Gather and analyze information with the Relationship Manager to present financing requests to senior management or Loan Committee for approval
Coordinate processing of approved loans according to agreements, customer needs, and Bank lending policies
Obtain sufficient information and documentation from customers
Assist in solving loan processing and servicing problems within the Relationship Manager's portfolio
Reinforce superior customer service through appropriate follow-through with customers and employees
Handle underwriting, portfolio management, and portfolio upkeep tasks related to new loan requests and existing portfolios

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of related experience in Portfolio Management or similar field
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of general banking operations, including deposit operations, loan administration, treasury management and/or other commercial banking products and services
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of applicable regulatory and legal compliance obligations, rules and regulations, industry standards and practices
Intermediate to advanced knowledge of commercial credit and loan structuring, and pricing dynamics
Credit analyst training completed
Advanced speaking and writing communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus/incentives
Restricted stock
Ownership stake in the company
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Time off
401k matching program
Tuition assistance program
Employee volunteer program
Wellness program
Business knowledge and career development opportunities