Director of Portfolio Management
11 days ago
Newport Beach
Job Description The Role: SVP, Director of Portfolio Management The Location: Newport Beach, California Reports To: Chief Credit Officer Make a Difference Where It Matters Most At CalPrivate Bank, we believe banking is personal. We have deep roots in the communities we serve, and our client relationships are built on genuine care, thoughtful problem-solving, and unwavering integrity. Our solutions-based service, paired with best-in-class talent, sets us apart in the market, but it’s trust that defines who we are. It's our gold standard, the currency we trade in, and the foundation of every decision we make. We’re looking for leaders who want more than a title. We’re looking for team players who want to make an impact. If you're driven to lead with purpose, ready to shape the future and have meaningful impact at a relationship-centered bank, CalPrivate Bank may be the place for you. Your Opportunity: Director of Portfolio Management The Director of Portfolio Management plays a pivotal role in credit risk management, administration, and operational excellence leading the team of Portfolio Managers to ensure credit risk is identified, measured, monitored, reported, and controlled. This individual ensures proper scoping, scheduling, and completion of internal loan reviews, accurate risk ratings, and prudent credit administration and collections reinforcing the Board’s and Chief Credit Officer’s (CCO) vision for exceptional credit quality, strategic growth, and operational efficiency. The Director of Portfolio Management acts as a mentor, technical expert, and solutionist, helping teams execute effectively, manage risk, and efficiently monitor the commercial and SBA loan portfolios. This position also serves as a bridge between the Market Leaders, Relationship Managers, Client Service teammates and ensure alignment, communication, and progress toward the Bank’s strategic goals. This role would work to prepare for, respond to, and generally manage all third-party loan reviews and internal audits testing controls within the credit department. What You’ll Do Commercial and SBA Loan Portfolio Management • Lead active management of the Bank’s loan portfolio across CRE, C&I, and SBA segments to ensure credit quality, compliance, and performance objectives are met., • Facilitate the bank’s internal loan review program and manage the portfolio manager staff to ensure accurate risk ratings and compliance with loan document requirements, • Ensure loan reviews scheduling is dynamic, risk based, and reports detailing progress results are prepared timely and submitted to executive management and the Board’s Director Loan Committee., • Partner with the nCino product management team to leverage the platform for tracking and reporting annual loan reviews, financial ticklers, and covenant compliance across both the commercial and SBA loan portfolios., • Collaborate with Special Assets on problem loan identification, workout strategies, restructures, and loss mitigation plans., • Collaborate with other department leaders with compiling recurring reports to monitor overall credit quality and development of the quarterly CECL calculation and supporting documentation., • Champion the use of technology (including nCino, CoStar, IBISWorld, portfolio analytics, and workflow tools) to increase efficiency, accuracy, and scalability., • Partner with internal and third party technological and product teams for development and continuous improvement of portfolio management processes, credit workflows, and risk monitoring systems., • Implement automation, reporting enhancements, and data-driven decision tools to support real-time portfolio insights., • Deliver structured onboarding, working with new hires to guide them through CalPrivate systems, processes, and forms, fostering confidence and consistency., • Provide structured coaching and personalized feedback to reinforce accountability, high quality and risk focused analysis, and a production-oriented culture., • Establish and maintain performance standards for each member of the Portfolio Management team., • Collaborate within and cross departmentally to ensure processes and procedure development incorporates consideration of other team members and departments, • Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement across all banking markets. Who You Are Experience & Expertise • 15+ years of progressive experience in commercial credit, emphasizing credit administration and risk management, portfolio management, and leadership., • 10+ years in a management or coaching role, with proven ability to control credit risk, drive efficiencies, and promote accountability while developing high-performing teams., • Strong background in loan structuring, risk identification, cash flow analysis, collateral analysis, and problem loan resolution., • Expertise with nCino or similar loan management platforms to streamline loan level performance monitoring, reporting, and enhance credit administration., • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align across markets and departments., • Proven success in reinforcing a disciplined, performance-driven credit culture., • You lead with accountability, integrity, and consistency., • You thrive in a collaborative environment where transparency and follow-through matter., • You model professionalism, calm under pressure, and a solutions-oriented mindset., • You embrace data-driven decision-making while maintaining a client-first perspective., • Requires 50% travel between regional offices to support team members, clients, and cross-functional initiatives., • Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time., • Ability to physically use a keyboard/mouse, • Ability to walk to and from workstations, • Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 10lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds., • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus Why CalPrivate Bank? This isn’t just another bank job. At CalPrivate Bank, you will be part of something bigger. Our day-to-day operations and projects don’t just impact a balance sheet, they influence real people, real businesses, and the communities we proudly serve. We are guided by our commitment to relationships, solutions, and trust. And we’re building a team of people who reflect those values in everything they do. If you’re looking for a place where your work will matter, your ideas will be valued, and your growth will be supported, welcome to CalPrivate Bank! Ready to lead with purpose?