Commercial Real Estate New Business Development - Director
SantanderAbout the role
Your Journey Starts Here:
Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Our focus is on fostering an enriching journey that empowers you to explore diverse career opportunities while nurturing your personal growth. We are committed to creating an environment where continuous learning and development are prioritized, enabling you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, you will find ample opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented colleagues from around the world, sharing insights and driving innovation together. Join us at Santander, where you are supported by a culture of engagement and a commitment to your success.
An exciting journey awaits, if you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You!
The Difference You Make:
The Director is responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with commercial real estate clients to achieve prescribed plan and deliver a best in class, consistent service to the clients.
- Originate, to distribute, commercial real estate loans, with an initial focus on multifamily.
- Determine appropriate risk and when possible minimize risk to the bank.
- Communicates with internal and external parties to ensure all appropriate information has been received from borrowers to best evaluate loan requests and ability to repay as stated.
- Provide professional, quality customer service to customers, contractors, staff and other community contacts.
- Monitor key risk indicators within the portfolio of clients including, past dues, changes to the clients risk profile, or service issues, and informs the Relationship Management Team.
- Participate in professional organizations to gain visibility and enhance the Santander brand.
- Develop and expand a network of referral sources/centers of influence
- Conduct market research and financial analysis for rating committees, investor meetings and conferences.
What You Bring:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Finance, Accounting, Management, Economics or equivalent field - Required.
- 7+ years as a CRE originator - Required.
- Existing book of business - Preferred.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Demonstrates ability to influence others and champion new ideas to improve processes and client experience.
- Excellent relationship building skills at all levels in an organization.
- Excellent presentation, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
- Detail oriented, common sense decision\-making.
Certifications:
- No Certifications listed for this job.
It Would Be Nice For You To Have:
- Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.
- Experience in Microsoft Office products.
What Else You Need To Know:
The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.
Base Pay Range
Minimum:
$135,000.00 USDMaximum:
$210,000.00 USDLink to Santander Benefits:
Santander Benefits - 2025 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com)
Risk Culture:
We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
EEO Statement:
At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, d
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