Be an integral part of the team that is proud to support vibrant and diverse neighborhoods by providing loans, investments, and services for low- and moderate-income households and communities nationwide!

J.P. Morgan Chase's Community Development Banking (CDB) business is a national leader in community development finance for affordable housing and economic development projects. Through our resources, CDB offers financing for projects of any size and complexity, including construction financing, bridge loans, acquisition loans, letters of credit to support bond transactions, and long-term permanent financing for Low Income Housing Tax Credit developments and bond purchases. CDB's clients include: For-profit and not-for-profit developers; Government entities engaged in housing and economic development; and Community-based organizations.

As a Community Development Banking Associate, your initial responsibility will be to provide support and assistance in the underwriting and approval process for acquisition, construction and/or permanent loans sourced by senior banker colleagues. You will participate in the three-year development plan designed for a progression of job functions to develop skills over time for a successful career within the firm and ability to pursue more senior roles within the CDB industry, such as a Senior Banker focused on originations. You will report to the CDB Regional Manager with an indirect line to the senior bankers in the market.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with Originating Banker to gather all project related documentation, prepare credit committee pitch packages, Letters of Interest, and Term Sheets. Duties will include analysis and adjustment, as necessary, of development budgets, operating statements, rent schedules, construction flow of funds, relevant personal and corporate financial statements, operating statements, market studies and other third party reports.

• Work collaboratively with the assigned underwriter through the credit approval process, including closing calls, due diligence collection, and internal reporting requirements.

• Review legal documentation associated with the transaction prior to closing to determine accuracy of information and consistency with the terms of credit approval.

• Assist in handling client meetings and/or calls related to specific financings, and attend JPM Chase sponsored events and other affordable housing industry events, both during and after business hours.

• Maintain awareness of construction progress (appropriateness of draw requests, adequacy of debt and equity sources, time delays, cost overruns, usage of contingency funds, potential negative equity adjusters, and compliance with loan documents).

Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities:

• 3+ years' experience in the financing of commercial real estate transactions including familiarity with the financing of mixed income and affordable housing development projects.

• Experience with Federal, State and Local Affordable Housing/LIHTC financing programs required

• Knowledge of standard bank credit policies and loan administration procedures

• Formal bank credit training

• BA/BS required

• Ability to interact favorably in person and on the telephone with prospects, clients, consultants, government agency staff, and legal counsel

• Ability to work as a member of a team and adjust priorities as necessary to achieve team, as well as individual, goals

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong PC skills; proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Limited travel is required, occasionally overnight

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans