Loan Review Analyst

Loan Review Analyst

Location: Denver CO (In-Office)

Job Type: Full-Time Exempt

Salary: $59000 - $76800/YR *Actual offer will be based on experience location education and/or skills*

Applications should be submitted for consideration no later than 10/31.

Who Were Looking For

You are an analytical and detail-oriented professional who is interested in credit risk commercial banking and portfolio analysis. You enjoy digging into financial information identifying exceptions and helping ensure a strong credit culture. You are eager to learn collaborate with cross-functional teams and build a foundation in loan review risk assessment and banking practices.

About the Role

The Loan Review Analyst supports the independent Loan Review function through the execution of fundamental review activities including loan file analysis documentation validation and financial data review. This role develops a foundational understanding of commercial credit risk assessment lending policies and regulatory expectations while working under the guidance of more experienced reviewers. The position assists in identifying exceptions documenting observations and ensuring review work is completed in accordance with established methodologies and standards.

What Youll Do

• Conduct loan reviews across C&I commercial real estate consumer agricultural and SBA portfolios with appropriate oversight.
• Analyze borrower financial information repayment capacity collateral and guarantor support to assist in assessing credit quality.
• Identify and communicate exceptions risk rating concerns and other review observations.
• Validate the completeness and accuracy of credit files collateral records and approval documentation.
• Prepare review summaries and support the communication of findings and recommendations.
• Assist with policy exception tracking reporting and follow-up activities.
• Support management and portfolio reporting through data compilation and analysis.

What You Bring

• Bachelors Degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration Economics or related field required.
• 0-3 years underwriting financial analysis portfolio analysis or commercial banking experience required.
• Basic knowledge of commercial consumer and residential mortgage lending principles and underwriting practices.
• Understanding of financial statement fundamentals loan documentation and collateral concepts.
• Familiarity with bank lending policies and procedures.
• Skilled in data gathering organization and time management.
• Skilled in working effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Skilled in identifying emerging portfolio risks and systemic issues.
• Proficient in Loan Policy to properly identify exceptions.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary: $59000 - $76800/YR plus strong bonus potential.
  
  
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
  
  
• Paid parking and transportation benefits.
  
  
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including:
  
  
  • Health savings accounts (HSA)
    
    
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
    
    
  • Medical dental and vision coverage
    
    
• Generous paid time off and bank holidays.
  
  
• Access to training and professional development programs.
  
  
• Sponsorship and support for obtaining professional certifications.
  
  
• A culture of collaboration continuous improvement and shared success.

At First Western Trust were more than just a financial institutionwere a team of forward-thinkers committed to excellence innovation and impact. Our culture thrives on teamwork and mutual respect grounded in the belief that diverse perspectives fuel creativity and help us tackle challenges in fresh effective ways.

We celebrate each others successes welcome new ideas and take personal ownership in everything we do. A genuine desire to positively impact our clients communities and one another drives our work. We meet challenges with a growth mindset act with urgency and accountability and constantly strive to raise the bar for ourselves and our clients.

Leadership at First Western means setting an example and fostering a culture of trust transparency and respect. Whether youre just beginning your journey or bringing years of experience youll find a welcoming community where your contributions are valued and your potential is boundless.

We expect our people to:

• Demand and reward excellence.
• Take action and responsibility.
• Collaborate communicate openly and give/receive feedback with trust.
• Go above and beyond to do whats rightalways.

If that sounds like you youll fit right in.

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First Western Trust is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse inclusive and respectful workplace where every team member is valued and given the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status. For accommodation requests please contact .