Executive Director, Loan Syndicate, Americas

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage syndicate and distribution capabilities of Loan Syndicate in the Americas.
• Lead, define, and set the Syndicate & Portfolio Management strategy for the Americas, aiming to maximize shareholder value, identify competitive advantages, and align with CIB's strategic direction.
• Recommend underwritings and fair value underwriting positions for Commercial Real Estate financings in the Americas.
• Review structure, timing, pricing, and develop distribution strategies for primary syndicated loans in the Americas.
• Develop, strengthen, and manage distribution channels for bank and non-bank investors.
• Advise on loan market intelligence and trends to Global Banking in the Americas to support origination and distribution, focusing on Commercial Real Estate financings.
• Lead the distribution of secondary loans alongside Credit & Portfolio Analytics and Credit & Portfolio Management.
• Adhere to and promote governance, compliance, and risk standards.
• Drive continuous improvement of operational efficiency and effectiveness of processes to enhance global systems and processes.
• Lead responsibility for production and distribution of marketing materials and communications to investors and clients regarding Loan Syndicate products.
• Lead responsibility for risk management, underwriting, syndication, and distribution of syndicated loans in the Americas, with a focus on Commercial Real Estate financings.
• Ensure syndication and distribution activities comply with Group's risk appetite and manage reputational and credit risks in collaboration with direct reports and other stakeholders.
• Resolve audit and compliance issues promptly and ensure risk management matters are addressed with direct remedial action or escalation as necessary.

Skills And Experience

• Cross-selling investment credit risk knowledge.
• Loan underwriting expertise.
• Client relationship management skills.
• Ability to address client needs and preferences.

Qualifications

• Education: Standard degree level education.
• Training: Completion of all required mandatory and development training.

About Standard Chartered

We are an international bank, committed to driving commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, together with our brand promise, to be here for good. We value difference and advocate inclusion. Our purpose is to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We seek to make a difference by acting with purpose and integrity, and by being assertive, challenging one another, and living with integrity. We strive to be better together, to be ourselves, to be inclusive, to see more good in others, and to work collectively to build for the long term.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, and flexible working options.
• Discretionary variable pay and a range of attractive bank-sponsored benefit programs, such as a best-in-class 401k plan with up to 8% employer match, robust medical plan coverage with employer-funded Health Savings Accounts, inclusive family building benefits, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• A continuous learning culture to support professional growth, including opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to various learning resources.
• A supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes a culture of respect and integrity.