Commercial Bank – Loan Operations Middle Office Manager – VP/ED

Loan Operation Middle Office Manager – VP/ED – London
 
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:
 
·         To operate as part of a management team responsible of the control and efficiency of Loan Operations Middle Office group
·         Manage production responsibilities associated to operational facets of secondary loan trading, syndicated deal management, loan booking & accounting and  investor syndicate management for wholesale loan products
·         Provide performance management, objective setting and coaching of both direct reports and broader group
·         Be responsible for the overall output of the team and act as senior point of liaison between Credit Risk Management, Debt Capital Market origination and Trading desks in managing transaction flow, client service
·         Develop and manage system platforms to meet loan business requirements
·         Identify and drive the implementation of technology initiatives and operational process changes 
·         Provide managerial oversight and guidance across the group on any logistical issues, disputes and arbitrary issues arising
·         Manage a broad change agenda in a dynamic manner ensuring execution of efficiency initiatives
·         Participate in project proposals, group objectives and delivery of group priorities
 
 
TECHNICAL SKILLS,
 
·         Strong presentation skills to internal management groups, committees & control groups
·         Strong communication skill is essential both internally and externally in industry best practice and initiative forums
·         Excellent organisational and influencing skill to see through change across teams and regions
·         Technically innovative in problem solving and solution finding   
·         Participate in the broad spectrum of industry initiatives providing creative viewpoints; insight and suggestions and general group engagement with outside peers
·         Acute awareness of operational risks occurring throughout the loan lifecycle
·         The ability to manage a varied workflow is necessary to ensure timely processing and eliminate the possibility of operational errors.
 
KNOWLEDGE and EXPERIENCE:
 
·         In depth knowledge of syndicated lending structures, treasury funding and downstream corporate reporting
·         Understanding of underwriting primary and secondary loan trading
·         Strong understanding of varying loan accounting methodology and general p&l booking principals
·         Aptitude to ensure timely group delivery and execution of all day to day group controls and adherence to group and product deadlines
·         Deliver coaching, performance development and identify training needs of the group
·         Ability to self start and lead team agendas in respect to efficiency, productivity and control
·         Understanding of Investment Banking operations, Front Office business and Corporate support structures
     
 
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
 
·         Proven record of successful project and initiative management
·         Extensive experience of leading people, changing behaviours and implementing best practice