Debt Capital Markets Loan Syndications Director - Los Angeles, CA

Debt Capital Markets Loan Syndications Director - Los Angeles, CA

Zions Bancorporation, N.A. (NYSE: ZION) is a premier financial services company with ~$100B in assets operating through 8 brands. With a leading market share in small and middle-market banking, the Bank’s client managers and wealth advisors have vigorous client development strategies that feed into Zions Capital Markets.

Zions Capital Markets

Zions Capital Markets provides targeted, client-driven financing and advisory solutions to help companies raise capital efficiently and execute strategic transactions effectively. Our approach is simple – help clients we know connect and tell their story to investors we know well.

Zions Capital Markets is seeking a well-qualified professional to join its Debt Capital Markets group as a Loan Syndications Director in Los Angeles, CA.

Essential Functions:

1. Establish/maintain relationships with third-party lenders and identify opportunities to deepen and expand those relationships.
2. Leverage professional network to effectuate new business and successful syndication and loan sales.
3. Provide deal execution support to front office banking/RM teams as needed.
4. Prepare/negotiation of market clearing provisions in legal documents.
5. Coordinate and review third-party due diligence materials.
6. Assist with edits of deal financial models.
7. Answer questions/comments from third-party lenders and borrowers.
8. Represent the Loan Syndications Group in discussions with senior management and credit committees.
9. Provide marketing support to front office banking/RM teams.
10. Prepare or review marketing materials for presentation to borrowers and/or third-party lenders.
11. Attend borrower meetings to represent the Loan Syndications group.
12. Represent the bank in interactions with third-party lenders.
13. Assist with internal projects associated with the build-out of the Loan Syndications Group.
14. Serve as primary Loan Syndications Group contact on assigned transactions.
15. Stay current on market and industry trends.
16. Coordinate preparation and updates of internal communications and reports.
17. Maintain outreach to assigned business units and cultivate relationships with bankers and managers.
18. Issue signed syndication opinions and manage resulting market risk outcomes.
19. Supervise and meet quantitative production targets.
20. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in finance, business, accounting or a related field and 10+ years of related experience.
2. Demonstrated track record of high academic achievement.
3. Direct experience in commercial banking, investment banking, leveraged finance or other debt capital markets-oriented role.
4. Some supervisory or management experience required.
5. FINRA Series 79 (or grandfathered Series 7), Series 63 will be required.
6. In-depth knowledge of complex credit structures, relevant capital markets, credit analysis, and administration policies.
7. Advanced analytical and reasoning skills.
8. Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff.
9. Advanced knowledge in the assigned lending specialty or market segment.
10. Excellent evaluation, problem resolution and communication skills, both written and verbal.
11. Extensive professional network of relevant industry contacts.

Compensation:

This position is eligible to earn a base salary in the range of $180,000 - $240,000 annually, depending on job-related factors.

Benefits:

1. Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!
2. Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Paternal Leave, and Adoption Assistance
3. Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and dependent care accounts
4. Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO), and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
5. 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing
6. Mental health benefits, including coaching and therapy sessions
7. Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees

This position will be open until filled.

All candidates will be considered for employment, including those with criminal histories. A background check will be completed on any candidate who accepts a conditional job offer. Zions Bancorporation prohibits illegal discrimination and reaffirms its policy of providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).

Applicants Requesting Accommodations: If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation. You can contact us at careers@zionsbancorp.com or 801/844-7618.