Director, Transaction Management - Lender Finance

Huntington Bancshares, Inc.; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Transaction Management for Lender Finance. This pivotal role involves underwriting new transactions and managing existing relationships with clients. You will collaborate with internal partners to drive growth in revenue and assets while ensuring a scalable business model. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in asset-backed finance, strong communication skills, and a knack for negotiation. Join a forward-thinking organization that values teamwork and individual excellence, and enjoy a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Health Insurance Coverage

Wellness Program

Life and Disability Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Leave Programs

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 7+ years of asset-backed finance underwriting experience required.
• Completion of formal credit training is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with Lender Finance customers and support negotiations.
• Conduct research and prepare summaries for presentations.
• Underwrite new opportunities and manage due diligence.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

Bachelor’s degree in economics

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

Summary:

Lender Finance originates both recourse and non-recourse transactions for commercial and consumer specialty finance companies. This line of business focuses on driving growth in revenue and assets for the bank, leading newly structured transactions as well as participating in other banks’ transactions.

The Director, Transaction Management – Lender Finance is responsible for working with internal partners to underwrite new transactions and manage an existing book of business. This role balances supporting the Commercial Bank’s growth while ensuring a scalable, well-managed business.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with new and existing Lender Finance customers in concert with both the Lender Finance Origination and Portfolio Management teams.
• Support negotiations between the Originator and the customer as well as reviewing/commenting on outside-counsel prepared documentation.
• Work with Originators and Portfolio Managers to manage any necessary amendments and waivers to existing transactions.
• Conduct research using numerous resources available, distilling key themes and conclusions into concise summary form for presentation purposes.
• Prepare previews and underwrite new opportunities with assistance from the Lender Finance Originators and Portfolio Managers.
• Create Capital Allocation Memos, manage BSE (ROE process) with the applicable Lender Finance Originator and manage KYC process for new and existing transactions.
• Manage due diligence meetings and requirements for existing deals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics or related field
• Completion of formal credit training
• 7+ years of direct asset-backed finance underwriting experience including experience with financial modeling

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA preferred
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated with desire and ability to excel in a team and individual work environment

Exempt Status: Yes (not eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type: Remote

Compensation Range: $140,000 - $190,000 Annual Salary

The compensation range represents the low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan. In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).

Huntington is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.