Lending Operations Executive

Johnson & Associates Rec Specialists Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global financial services institution in the City Of London is seeking an experienced Lending Operations Executive. This pivotal role involves managing investment portfolios and overseeing loan settlements using LoanIQ, while collaborating with front office, risk, and finance teams. Candidates should have a degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or Business, a minimum of 4 years experience with LoanIQ, and strong numerical skills. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary: £65,000 – £75,000

Collaborative environment

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience with LoanIQ.
• Proven track record in loan administration.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage primary and secondary loan settlement and administration using LoanIQ.
• Handle deal cash flows, loan utilizations, rollovers, and payment processing.
• Coordinate KYC requests and conflict checks.

Skills

Loan administration

Numerical skills

Excel skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or Business

Tools

LoanIQ

Job description

Join a Global Financial Services Leader

We are seeking an experienced Lending Operations Executive to join a prestigious, globally established financial services institution. With a long-standing track record of consistent profitability and a presence in over 30 international markets, this organisation offers both stability and global reach.

The Opportunity

This is a pivotal role managing a diverse investment portfolio spanning debt and equity transactions across corporate and real estate sectors. Working in close collaboration with front office, risk, finance, and legal teams, you will be integral to deal execution from pre-settlement through to maturity.

Key Responsibilities

• Primary and secondary loan settlement, booking, and ongoing administration using LoanIQ
• Day-to-day management of bilateral and syndicated debt and equity positions
• Navigate complex loan documentation to facilitate deal booking and funding
• Manage deal cash flows, loan utilizations, rollovers, and payment processing
• Handle borrower covenants and information undertakings
• Process secondary loan trades (manual and via Clearpar)
• Coordinate KYC requests and conflict checks

Essential Requirements

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Economics, Finance, or Business
• Minimum 4 years experience with LoanIQ
• Proven track record in loan administration
• Strong numerical and Excel skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational capabilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet stringent deadlines
• Problem‑solving mindset with strong follow‑through capabilities

Benefits

• Competitive salary: £65,000 – £75,000
• Collaborative environment within a supportive, high‑performing team
• Exposure to a global operation with significant market presence
• Opportunity to work on complex, high‑value transactions
• Career advancement within an established financial services leader
• Inclusive workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please submit your CV for immediate consideration.

We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout our recruitment process.

Please note: you must have a right to work in the UK.