Credit Bankruptcy Officer

Job Summary The Credit Bankruptcy Officer is responsible for coordinating, monitoring and analyzing loans when a borrower files a bankruptcy petition.

Essential Functions * Ensure integrity of loan documentation * Review loan documents for perfection of collateral * Prepare and analyze bankruptcy reports * Identify and resolve problems / issues * Record all agreements and conversations * Prepare correspondence and documentation * Prepare and file proofs of claim * Attend 341 meetings and/or bankruptcy hearings as needed and/or direct outside counsel regarding same * Monitor collection activity and bankruptcy filings * Report agreed payment terms and plans * Partner with loan officers * Prepare for litigation * Order appraisals * Initiate Charge-offs / write downs * Prepare reviews and monthly bankruptcy updates * Recommend improvements to procedures * Build relationships with internal customers * Maximize technology tools available * Minimize departmental non-payroll costs * Ensure compliance with Northwest's policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations * Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency * Work as part of a team * Work with on-site equipment Education + Experience * Bachelor's degree in business/ accounting or finance degree or related subject matter preferred * Law degree preferred * 5-6 years of experience in Bankruptcy law related to Chapters 7, 11, 12, and 13, retail/consumer and commercial loans preferred * Ability to analyze data, prepare bankruptcy related documents The pay range for this position is generally $33.65 - $43 per hour / $70,000 - 90,000 annually.

Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the successful candidate's experience, skills, and knowledge.

Additional bonus earning opportunities and benefits are also available.

This position can be performed remotely, unless you live within 40 miles of one of our Hub locations which are listed below.

If you live within 40 miles of one of the locations listed below, you must be onsite Monday - Thursday with Friday as an optional work from home day.

INDEPENDENCE, OH 6480 Rockside Woods Blvd S Suite 345 Independence, OH 44131 COLUMBUS, OH HQ 3 Easton Oval Columbus, OH 43219 BUFFALO, NY 375 Essjay Road Suite 100 Buffalo, NY 14221 MOUNT JOY, PA 101 East Main Street Mount Joy, PA 17552 WARREN, PA 100 Liberty Street Warren, PA 16365 ERIE, PA 800 State Street Erie, PA 16501 PITTSBURGH, PA Bellevue 532 Lincoln Avenue Bellevue, PA 15202 Pittsburgh Business Office 525 William Penn Place Suite 3550 Pittsburgh, PA 15222 FISHERS, IN 11 Municipal Drive Suite 150 Fishers, IN 46037 #LI-EK1 Northwest is an equal opportunity employer.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.