Credit UW II or Senior Credit Underwriter

Bank of America Corporation; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America Corporation is seeking an Underwriter for the Global Commercial Banking credit team in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will underwrite loans for middle market clients and collaborate with Relationship Management, Debt Capital Markets, and Investment Banking to assess credit opportunities.

You will build cash flow and credit models, perform due diligence, prepare credit approval packages, and ensure compliance with policies.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required.
• 3–10 years Commercial Banking underwriting experience.
• Proficiency in accounting principles, financial statement analysis and financial modeling.
• Solid foundation in credit analysis, including evaluation of business risk, industry trends and capital structures.
• Understanding of credit documentation (term sheets, credit agreements and ancillary agreements).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Unwavering attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic debt financing solutions with credit teammates, relationship management and product teams.
• Structure bilateral and syndicated loans aligned with client needs and bank risk parameters.
• Analyze ancillary credit exposure for treasury, rates and FX products.
• Perform due diligence and dynamic risk assessments of borrowers, industries and transactions.
• Create credit approval packages and own the credit approval process from initiation through final decision.
• Construct detailed financial cash flow and repayment models, including sensitivity analyses.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and internal policies and procedures.
• Present well supported opportunities to credit and risk leadership.
• Partner with internal and external legal partners to complete loan documentation.
• Oversee quarterly monitoring exercises and requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Credit risk assessment

Financial analysis

Underwriting

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Credit documentation

Forecasting & modeling

Record keeping

Business acumen

Collaboration

Collateral management

Loan structuring

Prioritization

Education

BA/BS degree

Job description

Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role‑specific responsibilities and business needs. At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description: As an Underwriter on the Global Commercial Banking credit team, you will be responsible for underwriting loans and related credit exposure for a portfolio of middle market companies across a broad range of industries with annual revenues ranging from $50 million to $2 billion in the San Francisco / Greater Bay Area market. Working in close partnership with Relationship Management, Debt Capital Markets, Investment Banking and other product teams, you will analyze lending opportunities and perform ongoing portfolio monitoring. You will report to a Senior Credit Manager and work day-to-day with a team of Credit Officers, fellow Underwriters and Credit Analysts.

Responsibilities

• Partner with credit teammates, relationship management and product teams to develop strategic debt financing solutions
• Employ credit and accounting knowledge to structure bilateral and syndicated loans aligned with client needs and bank risk parameters
• Analyze ancillary credit exposure for treasury, rates and foreign exchange products
• Perform due diligence and dynamic risk assessments of borrowers, industries and transactions
• Create credit approval packages and own the credit approval process from initiation through final decision
• Construct detailed financial cash flow and repayment models, including sensitivity analyses
• Complete enterprise value (discounted cash flow), pricing, returns and risk rating models
• Ensure adherence to regulatory and internal policies and procedures
• Exercise approval authority for certain credit actions
• Present well supported opportunities to credit and risk leadership
• Partner with internal and external legal partners to complete loan documentation
• Oversee quarterly monitoring exercises and requirements

Skills

• Attention to Detail
• Credit and Risk Assessment
• Financial Analysis
• Underwriting
• Written Communications
• Analytical Thinking
• Credit Documentation Requirements
• Financial Forecasting and Modeling
• Recording/Organizing Information
• Business Acumen
• Collaboration
• Collateral Management
• Loan Structuring
• Prioritization

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required
• 3 to 10 years of Commercial Banking (Middle Market, Large Corporate or Leveraged Finance) underwriting experience
• Proficiency in accounting principles, financial statement analysis and financial modeling
• Solid foundation in credit analysis, including evaluation of business risk, industry trends and capital structures
• Understanding of credit documentation, including term sheets, credit agreements and ancillary agreements (e.g. security, guarantee and intercreditor agreements)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Unwavering attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple transactions and responsibilities at a time

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with the syndicated loan execution process
• Knowledge of derivative products and documentation (i.e. ISDA agreements)
• Capability to conduct negotiations with clients

Pay and benefits information

• Pay Transparency details US - CA - San Francisco - 555 California St - Bofa Center - 555 California (CA5705)
• Pay range $89,000.00 - $187,500.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.
• Discretionary incentive eligible This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.
• Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)
• Hours Per Week: 40

Benefits

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.

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At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

One of the keys to driving Responsible Growth is being a great place to work for our teammates around the world. We’re devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Bank of America believes both in the importance of working together and offering flexibility to our employees. We use a multi-faceted approach for flexibility, depending on the various roles in our organization. Working at Bank of America will give you a great career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact, along with the power to make a difference. Join us!

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