Associate Director, Loan Syndicate Europe (London/Frankfurt)

Standard Chartered; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled professional specializing in Commercial Real Estate Finance and Fund Finance. This role involves assessing loan structures, engaging with stakeholders, and providing market intelligence to support decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in loan syndication and be proficient in key tools like MS Excel and DebtDomain. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and innovation, and contribute to impactful financial solutions across Europe. This opportunity promises growth and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the finance sector.

Benefits

Core bank funding for retirement savings

Medical and life insurance

Flexible working options

Proactive wellbeing support

Continuous learning culture

Inclusive and values-driven organization

Annual leave and sabbatical options

Volunteering leave

Qualifications

• Experience in Commercial Real Estate financing, preferably in Loan Syndication.
• Fluency in English and proficiency with MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess loan documents for primary underwritten loans.
• Engage with stakeholders to develop distribution strategies.

Skills

Commercial Real Estate Financing

Loan Syndication

Market Pricing Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

DebtDomain

Market Intelligence

Education

Relevant Professional Experience

Tools

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

DebtDomain

Job description

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Specialise in Commercial Real Estate Finance (“CREF”) and Fund Finance.

Review and assess the structure, timing, market pricing, de-risking scenarios, and legal documents related to syndication for primary underwritten loans.

Engage with stakeholders, including portfolio managers and originators, to develop and execute distribution strategies for secondary loan distributions.

Provide pricing feedback to origination teams and present syndication perspectives during client pitches.

Offer market intelligence to support structuring decisions, monitor underwritten positions, and manage portfolio positions.

Collect essential market information to enable informed decision-making and deal structuring.

Lead bookrunning for European transactions and keep stakeholders informed about the syndication process.

Assist in bookrunning transactions in other regions, updating stakeholders on the syndication process.

Develop and maintain relationships with loan investors in CREF and Fund Finance sectors, collaborating with sales colleagues for primary syndications.

Establish relationships with investors from a secondary sales perspective.

Manage and draft syndication materials, including information memorandums, term sheets, invitation letters, and NDAs.

Handle investor Q&A on syndicated deals and work with the deal team for due diligence.

Provide detailed syndication strategies for internal approvals, including underwriting applications, in a timely manner.

Support the team in preparing performance review presentations and market updates.

Qualifications

Relevant experience in Commercial Real Estate financing, preferably in Loan Syndication.

Fluency in English.

Proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint, and DebtDomain.

Willingness to travel across UK and Europe as needed.

Candidate can be based in London or Frankfurt.

About Standard Chartered

We are an international bank committed to making a positive impact for over 170 years. We challenge the status quo, embrace diversity, and seek individuals who want to grow and contribute meaningfully. Join us to work for a purpose-driven organization that values your talents and encourages your development.

Our purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through diversity, and our behaviors include doing the right thing, never settling, and working better together. We foster an inclusive environment where everyone can realize their potential.

What we offer

In line with our Fair Pay Charter,we provide a competitive salary and benefits supporting your wellbeing.

• Core benefits include retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible options in some locations.
• Time-off includes annual leave, parental/maternity leave (20 weeks), sabbatical (up to 12 months), volunteering leave (3 days), and a minimum of 30 days of combined annual and public holidays.
• Flexible working options around home and office locations.
• Wellbeing support via Unmind, development courses, Employee Assistance Programme, and self-help tools.
• Continuous learning opportunities to reskill and upskill through various learning formats.
• An inclusive organization that celebrates diversity and fosters respect and potential realization for all employees.