**PORTFOLIO MANAGER-COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE CHICAGO, IL**

Facilitates decision-making and analysis of credit information to support lending decisions and processes for all Commercial Real Estate (CRE) property types. Maintains and promotes a client service environment to satisfy and exceed customer needs and expectations. This role will make credit decisions and recommendations in accordance with sound credit-granting principles and in compliance with Bank Policies & Procedures.

+ Oversees preparation of concise, well-reasoned credit correspondence for Commercial Real Estate Lending opportunities.
+ Provides accurate financial analysis and risk assessment to make lending decisions on new, renewal and extension loans.
+ Conducts independent analysis and assessment to resolve strategic issues.
+ Presents facts and offers opinions concerning credit worthiness.
+ Minimizes BMO’s risk exposure by adhering to internal credit policies and procedures with respect t...