Head of Loans Administration - Executive Director

Head of Loans Administration - Executive Director

Our client, a leading international financial institution and top 20 syndicated lending bank, is seeking an exceptional Executive Director to lead their Loan Administration Unit.

Location: New York, NY (Hybrid Working)

Salary: $200,000 - $250,000 + Discretionary Bonus

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

As the Loan Administration Unit Head, you will oversee all loan transactions, staffing, projects, and deliverables across Agency, Bilateral, and Syndicated Loan portfolios.

• Ensure accurate and timely loan transaction servicing across all portfolios.
• Oversee review of loan documentation related to opening, servicing, and closing of all loan transactions.
• Deliver and maintain clear and updated lending policies and procedures.
• Enforce strong controls to ensure data quality and efficiency of all transactions.
• Provide strong leadership, training, and communication within the team to motivate and retain staff.
• Lead effective communication with key stakeholders across Front Office, Technology, Finance, Treasury, Regulatory Reporting, and Audit.
• Deliver top‑tier customer service to all external and internal clients.
• Maintain and promote an efficient and scalable operating model aligned with industry best practices.

• Credit agreement review and booking.
• Initial loan drawdown, including funding and settlement.
• Loan rollovers and interest payments.
• Loan repayments and fee management.
• Commitment and credit application limit management.
• Communication with borrowers, lenders, and agent banks.
• Invoicing and notices related to all loan activities.
• Loan system booking, controls, and reconciliation.
• Exception and control report monitoring.

• Manage all audits and close required audit and risk issues in a timely manner.
• Lead all team projects and ensure timely completion.
• Direct and manage ACBS to LoanIQ conversion and migration processes.
• Uphold professionalism, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Implement and monitor internal controls to minimize operational risk.
• Oversee staff training and development programs.
• Execute business plans and ensure delivery of key objectives.

• 10+ years of experience in syndicated loan operations and team management.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Hands‑on experience with loan operating systems including ACBS and LoanIQ.
• Strong syndicated loans industry knowledge.
• Excellent communication and writing abilities.
• Proven organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve problems efficiently and raise emerging risks.

• Competitive base salary of $200,000 - $250,000.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans.
• Hybrid working arrangement with flexible remote work opportunities.
• Work for a leading global financial institution.
• Career progression within a major international banking group.

Please submit your CV. All applications will be handled with complete discretion.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. They participate in E‑Verify and maintain a drug‑free workplace.