AVP, Senior Credit Analyst

First Western is seeking an AVP, Senior Credit Analyst to join our team!

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity? First Western is seeking a passionate and experienced professional to join our team.

As an AVP, Senior Credit Analyst at First Western, you will play a vital role in helping high-net-worth clients achieve their financial goals. You will work closely with our Boulder team to deliver comprehensive solutions that exceed client expectations.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional service to clients and are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this position today.

What You Will Do:

• Provides support to Relationship Bankers by completing the underwriting and analysis for all loan requests, typically more complex commercial requests and higher-level existing client segments.
• Client outreach for document collection, coordinating loan application, processing, approvals, and closings.
• Assists with training and mentoring of Credit Analysts and Loan Associates.
• Responsible for the general administration and maintenance of the loan portfolio.
• Monitors past due report, maturing loans, file exceptions, and covenants requirements.
• Assist with loan closing documentation, client packets, loan renewals, and onboarding of clients.
• Assists in identifying and securing new lending opportunities for existing clients, and introduces other bank products to help solve client needs.
• Collaborate with internal associates to support new business opportunities with existing & new clients.
• May manage a book of business regarding more complex relationships.
• Facilitates loan renewals and more complex lending requests.
• Primarily responsible for maintenance of client relationships, including completion of annual loan reviews.

What You Bring:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with exceptional Excel skills
• Experience working with banking and credit software
• Experience with CRM preferred
• High initiative and follow-through
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Able to organization, prioritize and multi-task
• Self-starter
• Strong mathematical skills

Education Level Education Details Required/Preferred
Bachelor's Degree Business, Finance or other related field preferred Required

Experience Level Experience Details Required/Preferred
5-7 years Lending, underwriting and/or credit experience Required

License/Certification Details Time Frame Required/Preferred
NMLS Upon Hire Required

What You Receive:

At First Western, we pride ourselves on our culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning. We are committed to providing our employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed, including ongoing training and development, a competitive compensation package, and a comprehensive benefits program.

Pay Range: $77,000 - $108,000/YR

Job Classification:Full-Time Exempt

*Actual offer will be based on experience, location, education, and/or skills*

- Strong Bonus Potential
- 401(k) Plan with Match
- Paid Parking/Transportation Benefits
- Access to Training & Professional Development Programs
- Sponsorship for Obtaining Professional Certifications
- Flex Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account
- Health & Wellness Benefits
- Paid Time-Off+ Bank Holidays

Interested in learning more and seeing how we connect? Visit us today at: https://myfw.com/careers/

Questions? Contact us at Talent.Management@myfw.com

First Western Financial, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and safe environment for all employees. We are fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce by hiring, developing, and retaining talented people from different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Individuals from all backgrounds, including non-traditional backgrounds, historically marginalized, or underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

First Western Financial, Inc. is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, First Western Financial, Inc. will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Talent.Management@myfw.com.