Job Title: Commercial Real Estate Credit Analyst
Location: Lincolnwood/Skokie Area – Chicago, IL (Onsite Only)
Type: Full-Time
Comp: $60,000 – $75,000 base salary
The Opportunity:
A respected, community-focused bank on Chicago’s North Side (approx. $700MM in assets) is hiring a CRE Credit Analyst to support three high-performing lenders. This fully onsite role offers mentorship, exposure to deal structuring, and a defined path into lending.
Key Responsibilities:
Underwrite/analyze CRE loans ($500K–$8MM)
Prepare full credit memos for internal committee
Spread financials; review tax returns, rent rolls, leases
Support multiple lenders and manage loan files
Attend borrower meetings and assist in structuring
Partner with credit, ops, and executive team
Monitor loan performance and ensure compliance
Grow into a future lending/production role
Requirements:
Must reside or be willing to relocate within 30 minutes of Lincolnwood, IL
Minimum 2 years of direct CRE credit analyst experience
Onsite only — no hybrid or remote options
Strong credit writing and financial analysis skills
Able to manage multiple active files
Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting, or related field
Professional, team-oriented, and organized
Why This Role:
Fast-paced, collaborative credit culture
Decisions often made in real time with the borrower
Tight-knit, high-trust team environment
Hands-on mentorship and direct exposure to lending
Clear path into production/relationship management
Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary: $60,000–$75,000
Benefits: Health Insurance, 401(k), PTO
📩 To apply, email your resume to crystal.fryers@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
