Director, Portfolio Management

Director, Portfolio Management Kansas City, MO (Hybrid) I'm partnering with a well-established, growth-oriented financial institution seeking a senior leader to join its Commercial Real Estate Lending team. This role offers the opportunity to lead a team, influence lending strategy, manage a complex CRE portfolio, and partner with key borrowers, developers, and stakeholders across the market. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of commercial real estate lenders and portfolio professionals. Oversee a diverse CRE portfolio, ensuring strong credit quality and portfolio performance. Structure and evaluate complex commercial real estate transactions, including construction, development, and income-producing properties. Partner with clients, referral sources, and internal stakeholders to drive exceptional service and long-term growth. Monitor portfolio risk, covenant compliance, and overall credit performance. Contribute to strategic initiatives, process improvements, and business planning efforts. Ideal Background 10+ years of commercial real estate lending, portfolio management, underwriting, and/or credit experience. Leadership experience with a proven ability to develop and coach teams. Strong background in credit analysis, portfolio management, and complex deal structuring. Experience with construction lending, development projects, and income-producing real estate. Strong relationship management and business development skills. Why Consider This Opportunity? Visible leadership role with significant influence across the organization Strong existing CRE platform and portfolio Opportunity to shape team development and lending strategy Hybrid work arrangement Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package #J-18808-Ljbffr LHH