Description

Are you experienced in financial services and worked with LoanIQ? Then you found the right position for you!

As a Loan Origination Senior Associate within the EMEA Origination Deal Closing and Quality Control Team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting Debt Capital Markets (DCM - consisting of Leveraged Finance (LF) and Investment Grade (IG) Transactions), and Credit Risk for all syndicated deal originations and transactions to ensure new loan agreements and amendments are operationally viable, recorded accurately, and any exceptions are managed accordingly - continuously operating within a controls-focused environment, and ensuring operational excellence throughout the loan life. Wholesale Lending Services (WLS) provides global end-to-end loan origination, servicing, restructuring and trading support. Services are tailored to the needs of the client and lines of business, ranging from bilateral to large syndicated loan agreements. Services provided include Loan Origination; Documentation Review; Deal Closing & Funding; Core Loan Servicing; Loan Closing & Trade Settlement.

Job responsibilities

• Review Loan Market Association (LMA) standard documents and other legal documents including New ,Amendment and Reinstatement agreements, and related agreements
• Supporting daily deal setup and quality control operations efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate delivery while collaborating with team members and wider EMEA Origination to resolve discrepancies
• Take ownership of complex loan transactions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery across the loan lifecycle
• Lead and act as SME in team projects and initiatives focused on process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including credit, and operations teams, to resolve inquiries and facilitate seamless transaction processing
• Review and interpret loan documentation, applying attention to detail and analytical skills to ensure operational feasibility and risk mitigation.
• Mentor and coach junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Maintain a strong controls environment, adhering to established procedures and policies, and escalating issues as appropriate
• Contribute to a culture of excellent client service, supporting programs to enhance processes, reduce risk, and increase scalability
• Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team, supporting the development and engagement of colleagues
• Ensure that Credit and Operations systems are enriched with deal details, to a high degree of accuracy at all times

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Experience in financial services, banking operations, or lending services, with a strong understanding of loan products and transaction management
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex documentation and manage multiple high-priority tasks
• Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, or SME experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate across teams
• Proficiency in time management, organization, and prioritization, working well under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Demonstrated control mindset and attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all activities
• Ability to mentor and coach junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new systems and technologies
• Experience in syndicated lending, loan servicing, transaction execution or trading services within a financial institution

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Familiarity with trade settlement processes, regulatory requirements, and operational risk management
• Experience with LMA standard documentation and knowledge of the LMA Standard Terms and Conditions
• Strong data and technology literacy, with the ability to analyze data and implement innovative solutions
• Direct working knowledge of LoanIQ (specifically in the area of loan administration and deal building)
• Experience in process automation, continuous improvement, and change management initiatives
• Developing proficiency in leveraging technology, including AI/ML, to create innovative lending and trading solutions
• Experience in preparing quantitative reports and supporting strategic planning efforts

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.