Analyst/Assistant Vice President, Agency Operation - Credit Middle and Loan

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking corporation seeks an experienced professional to manage loan administration and operation functions for syndicated loans. This role entails handling various operational tasks, liaising with multiple stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with bank policies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the banking sector, particularly in loan agency, alongside strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years’ experience in syndicated loan agency in banks.
• Ability to read loan agreements.
• Good knowledge of SWIFT messages.

Responsibilities

• Handle loan administration & operation functions.
• Liaise with borrowers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and disseminate information regarding undertakings and covenants.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multi-task

Education

Degree in Business Administration or Banking and Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

Debt Domain

Job description

• Handle loan administration & operation functions of syndicated loans that the bank is mandated as agents with dual role functions as maker and checker.
• The day-to-day functions include but not limited to drawdowns, rollovers, payments, maintenance of records etc.
• Liaise with borrowers, participants, agents, and internal stakeholders on loan administration & operation matters.
• Monitor & Disseminate information undertakings and covenants.
• Address queries on loan operation matters from borrower and Lenders.
• Manage & prepare audit confirmation queries.
• Ensuring efficient execution of day-to-day functions in accordance with the legal documents and bank's policy.
• Oversees & ensure service level and quality standards are maintained.
• Provide subject matter expertise towards projects initiatives and guide the junior members.
• Assist and support corporate clients, addressing inquiries, and ensuring a positive customer experience:
• Perform any other duties assigned from time to time.

Requirements:

• Degree in Business Administration, Banking and Finance with at least 10 years experience in syndicated loan agency in banks with ability to read loan agreements.
• Candidates with lesser experience will be considered at Analysy/Senior Analyst level.
• Strong and thorough understanding of loan cycle and the function as the facility agent would be preferred.
• Good knowledge on construction of Swift messages and use of Debt Domain will be an advantage.
• Meticulous, confident, ability to multiple tasks and resilience.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail. Ability to devise strategies, deliver value added support, identify problems & propose solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications Word, Excel, Power Point