Senior CRE Relationship Manager

Columbia Bank

Senior CRE Relationship Manager sourcing and structuring commercial real estate loans for Columbia Bank. Managing complex portfolios, client relationships, underwriting, and credit risk across the western United States.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeKirkland • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $147,000 - $250,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in commercial real estate lending, including credit analysis, underwriting, and relationship management. Proven ability to develop and manage complex CRE portfolios while ensuring compliance and delivering exceptional client experiences.

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Commercial Real Estate LendingCredit Analysis and UnderwritingRelationship ManagementBusiness DevelopmentPortfolio Management

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Hard Skills

Credit Quality AnalysisFinancial Statement AnalysisCash Flow AnalysisCRE Financing SolutionsRegulatory ComplianceCredit StructuringDocumentation ManagementDue DiligenceAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Soft Skills

Emotional IntelligenceClient Relationship SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationMentoring Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Commercial Real EstateCRE PortfolioBank ProductsLending OpportunitiesRisk-Rating System

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source and develop full banking relationships with professional developers and sophisticated commercial real estate investors
Serve as relationship lead for lending, deposit, and other bank products
Identify opportunities and provide CRE financing solutions, including construction, bridge, and permanent loans
Lead underwriting and analyst teams managing a large, complex CRE portfolio
Source new CRE relationships and manage and deepen existing relationships
Coordinate underwriting, approval, and documentation of complex CRE loans with underwriters, loan administrators, and outside counsel
Set and meet client expectations and drive an exceptional customer experience
Collaborate with Treasury Management and Global Payment and Deposit Services to develop relationships across multiple bank products
Drive overall relationship strategy and enhance relationships across multiple bank products
Monitor portfolio credit quality and identify and communicate credit risk through monthly, quarterly, and annual status reports
Analyze CRE financing opportunities, design credit structures and pricing, and prepare internal financing memos
Manage preparation of credit committee memos and review credit presentations
Conduct due diligence, including lease reviews and analysis of appraisals and third-party reports
Analyze sponsors' contingent debt, liquidity, global cash flow, and ability to meet financial obligations
Work on lending opportunities across the western United States for clients in the assigned market
Maintain regulatory and policy compliance and complete required training
Coach, mentor, or train others as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience in commercial real estate lending
Proven track record independently developing and growing a large, complex CRE portfolio while balancing business development and asset quality
Deep experience working in relationship management teams
Excellent relationship management, business development, analytical, problem-solving, sales, credit, and credit quality skills
Strong client relationship and internal partnering skills
High emotional intelligence
Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups across the company
Ability to partner effectively with senior credit officers
Expert credit analysis and underwriting skills, including accounting, financial statement, and cash flow analysis
Expert knowledge of commercial real estate lending policies, procedures, practices, and documentation
Extensive knowledge of bank products
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Proficiency with personal computers and software such as Word and Excel
Thorough knowledge of the bank's risk-rating system and credit and underwriting policies
Strong working knowledge of structuring credit products for commercial real estate businesses/entities with complex ownership structures
Education in Business, Finance, Accounting, or equivalent in Business Administration is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
401(k)-retirement savings plan with employer match for qualifying associate contributions
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Tuition assistance
Mental health resources
Identity theft protection
Legal support
Auto and home insurance
Pet insurance
Online discount marketplace
Paid vacation
Paid sick days
Paid volunteer days
Paid holidays
Career development, mentorship, and learning opportunities
Community engagement opportunities