Mezzanine Finance Director — Origination & Strategy

Huntington National Bank; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington National Bank is seeking a Director of Mezzanine Finance in Detroit, MI to support business development through origination and structuring of investments. The role defines strategy for quality mezzanine and equity investments for corporate clients, leads underwriting, and partners with regions within the Huntington footprint.

The position emphasizes building strong partnerships to generate additional business for the mezzanine group and the regions, with the potential for flexible

Responsibilities

• Source direct and indirect investment opportunities
• Manage relationships with fund managers
• Evaluate, diligence, and underwrite investments
• Track and analyze investment portfolio
• Monitor compliance and regulatory reporting
• Facilitate investment funding and monitoring
• Develop and maintain financial models
• Provide risk evaluations and reporting support
• Identify process and technology improvements
• Collaborate across investment team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job description

Summary:

The Director of SBIC Limited Partner Investments supports Huntington Private Capital’s business development and investment activities through the sourcing, evaluation, underwriting, execution, and monitoring of Limited Partner (LP) investments in Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs) and other private investment funds. The role is responsible for developing and executing investment strategies designed to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns while supporting Huntington’s strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and small business development initiatives. The Director partners closely with fund managers, internal stakeholders, and distribution teams to identify investment opportunities and expand relationships throughout the Huntington footprint.

Description

Summary:

The Director of SBIC Limited Partner Investments supports Huntington Private Capital’s business development and investment activities through the sourcing, evaluation, underwriting, execution, and monitoring of Limited Partner (LP) investments in Small Business Investment Companies (SBICs) and other private investment funds. The role is responsible for developing and executing investment strategies designed to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns while supporting Huntington’s strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and small business development initiatives. The Director partners closely with fund managers, internal stakeholders, and distribution teams to identify investment opportunities and expand relationships throughout the Huntington footprint.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Source and evaluate SBIC and private fund investment opportunities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with SBIC fund managers, sponsors, general partners, and industry intermediaries.
• Lead investment underwriting, due diligence, and approval processes for prospective LP investments.
• Assess investment strategies, management teams, fund structures, and portfolio construction methodologies.
• Prepare investment memoranda, committee presentations, and executive reporting materials.
• Monitor portfolio performance, fund compliance, and adherence to investment guidelines.
• Review quarterly financial statements, capital calls, distributions, valuations, and fund reporting packages.
• Facilitate investment funding, capital call processing, and ongoing portfolio administration.
• Perform portfolio analytics and develop financial models to evaluate fund performance and investment returns.
• Support regulatory reporting requirements associated with SBIC and private fund investments.
• Identify portfolio risks, recommend mitigation strategies, and provide periodic risk reporting.
• Collaborate with Credit, Finance, Risk Management, Legal, Compliance, Treasury, and Operations teams.
• Evaluate co-investment opportunities and strategic investment partnerships arising from sponsor relationships.
• Assist in developing portfolio strategy, asset allocation frameworks, and investment performance measurement processes.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements, operational efficiencies, and technology improvements.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on private equity, private credit, and SBIC program developments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 5 or more years in alternative, CRA, or SBIC Investing
• 5 or more years SBIC private fund investment experience
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of SBIC funds, private equity, private credit, mezzanine finance, and alternative investment structures.
• Experience underwriting and monitoring LP investments in private investment funds.
• Strong financial modeling, investment analysis, and portfolio management skills.
• Understanding of SBA regulations, fund governance structures, and private fund operations.
• Excellent relationship management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to present investment recommendations to senior management and investment committees.
• Proven ability to manage multiple investment opportunities and portfolio relationships simultaneously.
  
  
  

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Yes

Workplace Type

Office

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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