Director of Commercial Banking – Commercial Real Estate
Camden National Bank
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Portland • Maine • New Hampshire • United States
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About the role
- Develop and execute CRE growth strategies aligned with the Bank’s commercial objectives and risk appetite, with clear visibility into performance and pipeline activity
- Build and deepen relationships with commercial real estate investors, developers, operators, and professional sponsors, identifying opportunities for full-relationship expansion
- Serve as a visible leader in the market, strengthening the Bank’s presence through industry, business, and community engagement
- Provide senior-level oversight of complex CRE transactions, including construction, development, and permanent financing
- Ensure strong adherence to credit standards, lending policies, and regulatory requirements, balancing growth with disciplined risk management
- Maintain accountability for portfolio quality, proactively identifying emerging risks and partnering with Credit and Special Assets teams as needed
- Oversee active portfolio management practices, including annual reviews, covenant monitoring, site visits, and early issue identification
- Champion a consistent, high-quality client experience through proactive communication and coordinated delivery of banking solutions
- Collaborate with Treasury Management, Retail, and Investment Management partners to deliver holistic financial solutions
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Commercial Loan Officers and/or Commercial Market Managers, strengthening CRE expertise, sales effectiveness, and credit acumen
- Drive hiring, performance management, succession planning, and professional development in alignment with leadership expectations and values
- Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum of seven years of progressive experience in Commercial Real Estate lending, commercial banking, or related financial services
- Demonstrated leadership experience with strong CRE underwriting, credit analysis, and portfolio management expertise
- Degree in Finance, Business, Real Estate, or a related field; advanced degree or specialized banking/real estate education a plus
- Deep knowledge of construction and income-producing commercial real estate markets
Benefits
- Robust medical, dental, and vision insurance packages
- Generous time off, including paid federal holidays and paid day off for your birthday
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Tuition reimbursement, professional development, and career growth opportunities
- Employee assistance program
- Comprehensive wellness program
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
CRE underwritingcredit analysisportfolio managementconstruction financingdevelopment financingrisk managementpipeline activity managementcovenant monitoringfinancial solutions deliveryclient experience management
Soft Skills
leadershiprelationship buildingcommunicationcoachingteam developmentaccountabilityengagementcontinuous learningperformance managementsuccession planning
Certifications
Bachelor's degreeadvanced degree in Financeadvanced degree in Businessadvanced degree in Real Estate