VP, Sponsor Finance

Job Description

Job Descriptionn

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• Lead credit risk decisions for a dynamic sponsor finance portfolio

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• High-impact role with visibility to senior leadership

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nAbout Our Clientn

Large global bank located in Midtown.

nKey ResponsibilitiesnCredit Underwriting & Approvaln

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• Lead credit assessments for new leveraged finance transactions, including LBOs, add-on acquisitions, recapitalizations, and refinancings.

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• Analyze borrower financial performance, business models, sponsor strength, and market positioning.

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• Build and review financial models, sensitivity cases, and downside scenarios.

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• Present detailed credit recommendations to senior credit committees.

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nPortfolio Risk Managementn

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• Oversee ongoing credit monitoring, including quarterly reviews, covenant compliance, and internal risk ratings.

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• Identify early warning indicators and recommend risk mitigation strategies.

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• Partner with relationship managers and portfolio management teams on restructurings, waivers, and amendments.

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nGovernance & Policyn

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• Ensure alignment with firmwide credit policies and regulatory requirements.

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• Contribute to evolving credit frameworks, risk appetite definitions, and process enhancements.

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• Maintain high-quality documentation to support audit and regulatory examinations.

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nCross‑Functional Collaborationn

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• Work closely with sponsor finance originators, capital markets, legal, and operations teams throughout the deal lifecycle.

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• Serve as a subject matter expert for sponsor-backed credit risk.

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• Provide coaching and guidance to junior underwriting and risk staff.

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nThe Successful ApplicantnQualificationsn

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• 7-12+ years of credit risk, underwriting, or leveraged finance experience within banking or private debt.

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• Strong understanding of sponsor-backed transactions, capital structures, and leveraged finance market dynamics.

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• Advanced financial analysis and modeling capabilities.

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• Proven ability to make independent, well‑supported credit decisions in a fast-moving environment.

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• Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior audiences.

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• Bachelor's degree required; MBA, CFA, or other relevant credentials preferred.

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nWhat's on Offern

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• Competitive base salary ranging from $145,000 to $185,000 USD.

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• Comprehensive benefits package to support your well‑being.

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• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

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