Commercial Real Estate Relationship Manager - Denver, CO

At Vectra Bank, we’re proud to serve the Rocky Mountain region with the strength of a large financial institution and the personal touch of a community bank. Recognized as a Top Workplace, we combine deep resources with attentive, relationship‑driven service to support families, businesses, and the communities we call home. We’re committed to creating a great place to build a career, welcoming employees whose talent, drive, and diverse perspectives help us deliver custom financial solutions. With day‑one benefits, ample growth opportunities, and a culture centered on listening, collaboration, and care, Vectra Bank is a place to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful impact. We believe we are Big enough to count and small enough to care. With benefits starting on day one, over 11 bank holidays, and a company committed to career growth and advancement, we are dedicated to being an employer of choice in our industry and community. At Vectra Bank, the possibilities are endless – come for a job, stay for a career. We are looking for an experienced Commercial Real Estate Relationship Manager with strong Denver‑market presence who can drive new business while serving as a trusted advisor to sophisticated CRE clients. The ideal candidate brings deep CRE market expertise, a proven track record of portfolio growth, and the ability to independently source complex lending opportunities. Essential Functions: Lender responsible for acquiring, analyzing, and maintaining lending client relationships. Provides suitable credit, deposit, or other banking services as well as counsel and advice to best meet clients' needs. Analyzes risks and profitability of assigned client base to ensure ongoing profitability and conformity with credit terms. Solicits the sale of additional products and services to best meet the needs of clients. Develops and implements marketing plans for expanding business. Negotiates loan terms and conditions. Remains well versed in industrial, economic, and financial situations relating to assigned clients. May be assigned specialized industry or market segments. Supports and upholds employment policies including bank and branch goals, objectives, and regulations. Independently sources new commercial real estate lending opportunities through established referral networks, centers of influence, and market presence. Manages complex credit relationships, including larger loan sizes, multiple borrowing entities, and sophisticated ownership structures. Partners with credit, portfolio management, and treasury teams to structure creative yet prudent financing solutions. Provides leadership and mentorship portfolio managers, as appropriate. Represents the bank at industry, networking, and community events to enhance brand visibility and market share. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Requires a Bachelors degree and 4+ years commercial real estate lending experience, credit, banking product, and sales experience. A combination of education and experience may meet requirements. Significant lending experience with the following product types preferred: Industrial, Office, Retail, Multifamily, Senior Housing, Hospitality, Production Home Builder (Public & Private), LIHTC/Affordable Housing, Charter Schools & Metro Districts. Knowledge of both Agency and CMBS debt structures Demonstrated success managing and growing a sizable CRE loan portfolio with strong asset quality metrics. Deep understanding of commercial real estate underwriting, including construction, bridge & permanent loans. Strong analytical, negotiation, and relationship‑management skills with the ability to influence decision‑ Established market presence and professional network within the Denver commercial real estate community preferred. Advanced knowledge as a generalist or specialist for unique customer product segments. Advanced knowledge of bank products and emerging lending and loan management theories. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment and credit discipline. Compensation: This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $130,000 – 160,000 annually , depending on job‑related factors such as experience level and location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to experience, skills, expertise, location, education, and certifications. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE! Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business, maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire Employee Ambassador preferred banking products This position will be open until filled. All candidates, including those with criminal histories will be considered for employment. However, a background check adjudicated consistently with the FDIC Section 19 regulation will be completed on any candidate who accepts a conditional job offer from the Company. Because the Company is a financial institution, the FDIC guidelines apply to all positions within the company and as such any and all job duties have a direct relationship to a candidate’s criminal history and that criminal history would need to align with the FDIC Section 19 regulations. Zions Bancorporation, National Association prohibits illegal discrimination and reaffirms its policy of providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), by extending equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, gender, disability, national origin, ethnic background, citizenship, protected veteran status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. It is the Company’s policy not to discriminate because of a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran. 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