Sr. Specialist, Operations Management II

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce•Chicago, IL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for the receipt, review and approval of Commercial loan documentation that will include Commercial Real Estate documentation relative to conformity with the approved loan presentation. Insure all loan documents have been received, or otherwise waived prior to the loan booking process. The Commercial Loan Coordinator will also make sure that the proposed transaction is in compliance with Credit Policy. The Commercial Loan Coordinator will track outside loan exceptions and will insure that all necessary documents are properly recorded and delivered to the Bank in a timely manner. The loan portfolio will consist of large and mid-sized Commercial loan transactions and Real Estate loan transactions, a large percentage of which will include Syndicated Credits. This position supports the Commercial Loan Lines of Business and is part of the centralized Loan Operations Closing Team. At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 2-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

Requirements

3-5 years of related experience.
Loan Closing experience (or similar) in a Bank or Financial Institution environment is required.
Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills (both written and verbal) required.
Commercial loan documentation and product knowledge required.
Detail-oriented with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment required.
Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft 365 productivity software required.
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Ability to effectively balance excellent client service and risk management.
Knowledge of CIBC’s loan systems, FIS, ACBS, PCFS, Aspire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Receipt, review and approval of Commercial loan documentation, including Commercial Real Estate documentation, ensuring conformity with the approved loan presentation.
Ensure all loan documents are received, or otherwise waived, prior to the loan booking process.
Verify that the proposed transaction complies with Credit Policy.
Track outside loan exceptions.
Ensure all necessary documents are properly recorded and delivered to the Bank in a timely manner.