Loan Agency Manager

ABOUT US 

We are Alter Domus. Meaning “The Other House” in Latin, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 85% of the top 30 asset managers in the alternatives industry, and more than 5,000 professionals across 23 countries. 

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. 

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act in manager capacity as an escalation point for primary deal owners on highly syndicated European Transactions; and work with Loan Agency support staff to manage and communicate deal information and ensure that all teams adhere to appropriate workflows.
• Review and negotiate administrative provisions within Credit Agreements.
• Oversee the updating of the Agency system to reflect attributes of each credit agreement and related governing documents.
• Oversee the calculation, invoicing and disbursement of all deal related fees by maintaining a cumulative master list or report per client. 
• Responsible for oversight of coordination of funds movement related to initial funding and closing, managing closings for lenders transferring positions by assignment, and working with the borrower and lending group as needed.
• Oversee ongoing maintenance of facility commitments and the processing of loan/facility-related activity; including rollovers, rate sets, conversions, prepayments, assignments, amendments, waivers, etc., by utilizing KPI reports and other tools available within the loan system.
• Oversee accurate and timely collection and disbursement of interest/principal/fee payments to lenders by utilizing KPI reports and other tools available within the loan system. Ensure collection of new borrowings from lenders and disbursement to borrower is completed timely by the team.
• Act as an escalation point for borrowers and lenders; ensure compliance with the terms of the Credit Agreement and other governing documents.
• Maintain expert knowledge of all relevant portfolios and deal related documentation.
• Identify and develop key leaders in the group, build upon individual strengths and mentor to facilitate success at the next level.
• Build effective partnerships with internal teams and external partners.
• Train and coach support staff on the life cycle of a loan, deal documentation, industry standards, professional communication and client workflow deliverables and execution.
• Recruit, train and develop knowledgeable teams of professionals.
• Work in a dynamic team environment and participate in strategic initiatives identifying and implementing best practices and operational efficiencies.

PROFILE

• Experience managing deals involving syndicates of 50+ lenders, both during initial closing/funding and throughout deal lifecycle events such as IPDs, Amendments and Waivers, Primary and Secondary Trades, Repricing and Upsizes.
• 5+ years of investment management operations experience or bank loan agency/syndication experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business or economics or commensurate work experience.
• Ability to independently research and resolve complex problems.
• Ability to collaborate with internal groups and external clients; strong verbal/written communication skills.
• Demonstrated analytical skills, strong working knowledge of fundamental financial/accounting/business concepts and a strong, proactive interest in learning and mastering new concepts.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and experience, knowledge or familiarity with Bloomberg, performance systems, and other loan research and analysis tools.

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WHAT WE OFFER:

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. 

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. 

Our global benefits also include: 

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave 
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, birthday leave
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• Support with mental, physical, emotional and financial support 24/7 from our Employee Assistance Program 
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan 
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location 

Equity in every sense of the word 

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. 

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. Thanks to the work of our Group DE&I Committee and network of DE&I Champions, we empower all of our people to be truly invested in the alternative.  

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruiting and onboarding process. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. 

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