Peapack Private, Commercial Real Estate Lending

Accounts•New York, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Managing Director, Commercial Real Estate Banking is responsible for originating, developing, and managing a high-quality portfolio of commercial real estate relationships. This role serves as a trusted advisor to real estate owners, developers, investors, family offices, and institutional sponsors while delivering customized lending, treasury management, deposit, and wealth management solutions. The position drives profitable growth through new business development, portfolio management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Real Estate, Economics, or related field.
15+ years of commercial real estate banking experience.
Demonstrated success originating and managing significant CRE portfolios.
Strong credit underwriting and transaction structuring expertise.
Established network within the New York commercial real estate market.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

MBA, MSRE, or related advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Originate and expand commercial real estate banking relationships.
Develop and execute strategic business development plans.
Structure and negotiate acquisition, construction, bridge, permanent, multifamily, mixed-use, office, industrial, retail, and hospitality financing transactions.
Manage and grow a high-quality commercial real estate loan and deposit portfolio.
Partner with Credit Administration and Risk Management to maintain sound underwriting standards.
Serve as the primary relationship manager for key clients.
Collaborate with Treasury Management, Wealth Management, and Private Banking teams.
Mentor and develop junior bankers and relationship managers.
Represent the Bank within the commercial real estate community.
Monitor portfolio performance and proactively manage risk exposure.