Loan Administrator - Commercial Real Estate - Closing

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you. Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires. Role Summary Join Associated Bank as a Commercial Real Estate Closing Specialist, where you will lead the coordination of loan closings with strong due diligence. This role is central to delivering a smooth, accurate, and compliant closing experience for both clients and internal partners. You'll gain exposure to sophisticated CRE transactions and grow your expertise across lending, legal documentation, and operations. Key Accountabilities Lead end-to-end loan closings, including due diligence, documentation, settlement, and funding Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal loan policies Coordinate syndicated loan closings and manage communication with participating banks Manage borrower and deal team expectations, providing timely updates and issue resolution Oversee post-closing activities, ensuring documentation accuracy and clearing exceptions Maintain accurate loan data across systems and ensure file integrity Education & Experience Required Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in Business, Finance, or Accounting . 3+ years customer service experience in a professional office setting. 3+ years experience in commercial or CRE finance, legal documentation, or related field. Preferred 3+ years experience in loan administration , including construction loan monitoring and/or loan closing. 3+ years experience reviewing and analyzing credit and loan documents . 3+ years commercial real estate due diligence experience. Benefits Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. Paid time off to volunteer in your community. Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more. Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. Compensation Pay range: $23.16 - $39.70 per hour. EEO Statement Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Compliance Statement Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR. Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank's anonymous Ethics Hotline. #J-18808-Ljbffr Associated Bank - Corp