Loan Syndications Associate at Sunflower Bank NA – Dallas, Texas

At Sunflower Bank, N.A., we’re experiencing great growth. Since our founding in 1892, we've been committed to serving our communities and supporting the team members who make it all possible. As a full-service financial institution, we offer a full range of relationship-focused services to meet personal, business, and wealth-management financial objectives. Creating Possibility is not just our mission, it’s what we do every day for clients and associates. Learn more about Sunflower Bank, N.A. at sunflowerbank.com.

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is looking for an energetic, highly motivated individual to fill the position of a full-time Loan Syndications Associate in/at our Dallas, TX office.

Description:

The Loan Syndication Associate Reporting is responsible for supporting the commercial sales team through management of the loan syndication origination and amendment process from origination to close, ensuring accuracy of underwriting and efficient execution of multi-bank transactions.

Responsibilities:

• Support deal origination by drafting pitch materials incorporating an analysis of capital structure, credit profile, publicly available data on companies and transactions, and industry research.
• Prepare market comparables, initial due diligence lists, deal pre-screen presentations, and draft indicative term sheets.
• Assist in the execution of lead-arranged transactions by preparing marketing materials (Confidential Information Memorandums, lender presentations), organizing bank meetings; assisting in the negotiation of legal documentation and assisting in the closing process.
• Interface with banker coverage and other partners to assist in the coordination and execution of transactions and to effectively meet deal timelines.
• Develop business and credit judgment as well as provide balanced assessments in working with internal team members and partners.
• Assist with the maintenance and updating of the department pipeline.
• Manage the collection and input of comparative transaction data into an existing database.
• Conduct market research to determine market comparative data on pricing and structure.
• Assess strengths and weaknesses of agented deals in order to assist in the marketing process.
• Interact with other departments across the bank.
• Obtain and analyze pertinent financial and credit data to assist in determining the risk of the loan request(s), including building, and updating financial models.

Education / Experience Preferred:

• Business Degree with a major in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a similar degree field required.
• Two accounting courses and one course in finance, economics or related business classes.
• Experience preparing financial models and forecasts preferred.
• Completion of a formal credit training program.
• Minimum of 2 years banking experience.
• Ability to travel on short notice.

Pay is dependent on knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and location.

Working Conditions

The physical demands of this position require the ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees may spend extended periods sitting or standing, using hands to operate computers or other equipment, and reaching for work-related tasks. Regular walking may be required, along with occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, or climbing. The role may involve lifting or moving items weighing up to 10 pounds. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Sunflower Bank Benefits

People choose to “bank” with us, but for those we serve, we’re more than a bank. We strive to be the financial backbone of their lives, and we know that starts with our team.

Our supportive culture empowers team members to grow and seize new opportunities. Like our namesake, the sunflower, we are:

• Rooted in Strength
• Propelled by Growth
• Individuals in a Great Whole
• Creating Possibility
• Community Focused

Associates enjoy outstanding benefits, including:

• 401(k) Plan with 6% Match
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Plus many more associate perks & incentives!

If you qualify, apply online at www.sunflowerbank.com/careers.

You’ve never worked anyplace like Sunflower Bank!

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Vets

Sunflower Bank, N.A. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Open until filled; early application encouraged. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

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