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Commercial Portfolio Manager

U.S. Bank · Milwaukee, WI · $92,820–$109,200 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 23, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you identified a credit risk in your portfolio early. What did you do?

What they are checking: Whether they monitor actively and act on warning signs before losses happen.

Tell me about a credit decision you made that you'd change today.

What they are checking: Whether they reflect honestly and learn from their own judgment calls.

What would you do

Sales wants a large line approved quickly for a new client, but the financials are thin. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they keep independent judgment and find structures that work rather than simply approving or declining.

You're on a joint call with a client whose line is being reduced. How do you explain it?

What they are checking: Whether they can communicate a credit decision clearly and respectfully alongside sales partners.

How do you manage a large portfolio so you give enough attention to the riskiest accounts?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize by risk rather than spreading attention evenly.

About the work

How would you underwrite a company for a corporate card credit line differently than for a term loan?

What they are checking: Whether they understand the short-term, payment-cycle nature of Corporate Payment Systems exposure.

Walk me through how you assess a company's ability to pay its card balance each cycle.

What they are checking: Whether they look at liquidity, cash flow and working capital rather than just size or revenue.

How do you use historical CPS loss rates when setting credit limits?

What they are checking: Whether they connect portfolio loss experience to individual credit decisions and policy.

How do you analyze a company in an industry you don't know well?

What they are checking: Whether they research industry risks and drivers before forming a view.

What warning signs would make you reduce or suspend a client's credit line?

What they are checking: Whether they know signals like late payments, covenant issues and declining financials.

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The full job description

As published by U.S. Bank.

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One. Job Description Position Highlights • Manages Corporate Payment Systems (CPS) credit risk within the parameters of established Bank credit policy and historical CPS loss rates for new and existing business relationships • Underwrites CPS customers and qualifies them for credit lines across a wide range of industries, manages assigned credit portfolios, approves credit for new business relationships and expanding existing relationships manages credit risk and responds to prospective or existing customer credit questions, and exercises independent judgment on assigned portfolios • In addition, provides customer service by participating in joint customer calls with Sales and Relationship Manager(s), when credit issues arise Basic Qualifications • Bachelor's degree (preferably in Finance or Accounting), or equivalent work experience • Three to five years of commercial banking or relevant experience Preferred Skills and Experience • Advanced knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, and company and business line policies and procedures • Advanced knowledge of credit quality standards and industry-specific credit products • Strong relationship management and business development abilities, in order to capitalize on both new and existing relationship opportunities • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups across the company to manage customer relationships • Well-developed written communication and verbal presentation skills Hybrid/flexible schedule The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days. If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants . Benefits: Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following: • Healthcare (medical, dental, vision) • Basic term and optional term life insurance • Short-term and long-term disability • Pregnancy disability and parental leave • 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan • Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure) • Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities • Adoption assistance • Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law Review our full benefits available by employment status here . U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law. E-Verify U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program . The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $92,820.00 - $109,200.00 U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures. Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies. Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.

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