Portfolio Manager AVP Leveraged Finance
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 72240 - 123840
Posted on:
4 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.
Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.
Role SummaryAs an Associate Portfolio Manager in Leveraged Finance you will support the underwriting and monitoring of higher-leverage commercial credits and assist with the evaluation of new sponsor-backed opportunities. Youll analyze financial performance contribute to deal structuring and help maintain strong credit quality across the portfolio. This role provides hands-on exposure to leveraged transactions mentorship from senior team members and opportunities to develop advanced credit skills.
Key Accountabilities
Assist in the underwriting and analysis of leveraged and sponsor-backed credit opportunities reviewing financials cash flow and deal structure.
Support senior portfolio managers in preparing credit memos due diligence summaries and structure recommendations.
Monitor an assigned portion of the leveraged finance portfolio tracking borrower performance repayment activity and emerging risks.
Collaborate with Relationship Managers Credit and Commercial Support teams to respond to client inquiries and ensure smooth deal execution.
Identify potential cross-sell opportunities across Treasury Management Capital Markets and other bank services.
Prepare materials and participate in loan approval discussions clearly presenting analysis and key considerations.
Provide clients and prospects with relevant market insights using bank-approved sources.
Represent Associated Bank by participating in community and business events to help strengthen brand presence.
Education & Experience
Required
Bachelors degree in Business Finance Accounting or equivalent experience
2 years Commercial Corporate CRE Specialized Banking or Credit experience
2 years analyzing financial statements or supporting complex credit decisions
Valid drivers license and reliable transportation
Preferred
Experience with leveraged lending or sponsor-backed transactions
Formal credit training
Financial modeling experience
Customer-facing or sales exposure
Why Youll Love Working Here
At Associated Bank youll build your credit expertise while supporting sophisticated leveraged finance transactions and working closely with experienced team members. Youll gain meaningful exposure to sponsor-backed deals develop analytical and structuring skills and grow within a team that values learning and collaboration.
In addition to core traditional benefits we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.
Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focusedColleague Resource Groups.
Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives parental leaveanemployee stock purchase plan military benefits and much more.
Personal banking loan investmentand insurance benefits.
Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin Illinois Minnesota and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the our community onFacebookLinkedInandX.
Compliance Statement
Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race religion color sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability or veteran status among other factors.
Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.
Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Banks anonymous Ethics Hotline.
Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application interview and hiring process. Please contactif you need an accommodation at any time during the process.
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The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including but not limited to work location skills experience education and qualifications for the role.
$72240.00 - $123840.00 per yearRequired Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Project / Program Management
- Project Portfolio Management
- Portfolio Management
- Credit Analysis
- Banking
- Pricing
- Analysis Skills
- Project Management
- Financial Analysis
- Budgeting
- Property Management
- Contracts
About Company
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