VP Corporate Banking Relationship Manager, Syndicated & Structured Lending

The role combines senior-level business development and client management with credit analysis, portfolio oversight, and compliance responsibilities making it an ideal fit for a seasoned corporate banker with 10+ years of experience who thrives in a relationship-driven environment and is equally comfortable originating new business, structuring transactions, and managing a complex loan portfolio. This Vice President-level Relationship Manager opportunity sits within the Corporate Banking division of a well-established global financial institution, offering strategic ownership of client relationships across a diversified corporate lending portfolio spanning syndicated loans, M&A finance, and project loans.

Title: VP Corporate Banking Relationship Manager, Syndicated & Structured Lending

Office Status: Hybrid New York, NY

Base Salary: $110k - $200k + Discretionary Bonus

ABOUT THE ROLE

This Vice President-level Relationship Manager opportunity sits within the Corporate Banking division of a well-established global financial institution, offering strategic ownership of client relationships across a diversified corporate lending portfolio spanning syndicated loans, M&A finance, and project loans. The role combines senior-level business development and client management with credit analysis, portfolio oversight, and compliance responsibilities making it an ideal fit for a seasoned corporate banker with 10+ years of experience who thrives in a relationship-driven environment and is equally comfortable originating new business, structuring transactions, and managing a complex loan portfolio. Mandarin bilingual proficiency is a plus but not required.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain regular contact with corporate clients and identify opportunities to deliver added value to existing relationships;conduct market research to identify new business targets and expand the network of customers and business partners
• Actively participate in business development and community activities to promote the institution's visibility;evaluate the effectiveness of new business opportunities and marketing plans including travel for onsite client visits
• Structure and negotiate term sheets and commitment letters within parameters defined by credit decisions;assess customer relationships and determine appropriate actions as needed
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence on prospective transactions including detailed credit analyses, financial and industry analyses, and risk assessments;evaluate the creditworthiness of customers and verify appropriate pricing, loan terms, and profitability requirements
• Oversee the existing portfolio of syndicated loans, M&A finance, and project loans;conduct scheduled credit reviews for overall asset quality including performance against original underwriting expectations
• Ensure timely processing and closing of loans;review and approve account setup, internal reports, drawdown management, and post-lending monitoring as needed
• Monitor maturing loans and credit lines and coordinate appropriate renewals;review executed documentation for accuracy and completeness
• Ensure full compliance with applicable federal laws and regulations including AML, BSA, KYC, and other regulatory requirements;report unusual activities as appropriate and assist with audits as needed
• Provide instructional leadership, coaching, and quality control oversight to team members;review and recommend updates to departmental policies and procedures