Assistant Vice President, Agency Operation - Credit Middle and Loan Group

SUMITOMO MITSUI BANKING CORPORATION Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned professional to manage loan administration and operations for syndicated loans. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily functions, ensuring compliance with legal documents and bank policies. Your expertise will guide junior members while maintaining high service standards. This opportunity offers a dynamic environment where your analytical and problem-solving skills will shine, contributing to a positive customer experience. If you have a strong background in banking and finance, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in syndicated loan agency roles.
• Ability to read and interpret loan agreements.

Responsibilities

• Handle loan administration and operations for syndicated loans.
• Liaise with stakeholders and manage audit confirmation queries.

Skills

Loan Administration

Syndicated Loans

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Business Administration

Degree in Banking and Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Debt Domain

Job description

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