Senior Loans Officer

Job description

The Opportunity

We are recruiting a Senior Loans Officer to join a specialist loan agency ops team. This is a technically demanding role for an experienced syndicated loans professional who can operate independently as a subject matter expert across the full life cycle of complex loan facilities.

You will act as a key escalation point for lenders, borrowers and internal stakeholders, with responsibility for technical oversight, documentation interpretation and sensitive stakeholder management. This goes beyond day-to-day processing—you will be trusted to exercise sound judgement, manage risk and uphold the highest standards of agency service.

What You'll Be Doing

Loan Life-Cycle Administration

• Independently manage all loan life-cycle events including drawdowns, rollovers, repayments, prepayments, interest period selections, rate settings and fee calculations
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of all borrower and lender cashflows in accordance with credit documentation
• Validate notices, funding memos and lender instructions prior to release
• Monitor key dates, conditions precedent and compliance requirements
• Administer a portfolio of complex syndicated loan facilities across multiple structures and currencies
• Interpret and apply credit agreements, amendments, waivers, transfers and consents with a high degree of autonomy

Stakeholder Management

• Serve as a primary point of contact for borrowers, lenders, arrangers and internal legal counsel
• Manage lender communications, notices and approvals with professionalism and authority
• Resolve disputes and queries using sound judgement and a strong understanding of agency obligations

Risk, Control & Governance

• Identify and mitigate operational and documentation risks within the agency portfolio
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and regulatory requirements
• Support audit, reviews and control testing by providing technical explanations and evidence
• Contribute to continuous improvement of agency processes and procedures

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years in loan administration, agency services or corporate banking operations
• Hands-on experience administering syndicated loans is essential
• Familiarity with LMA standards

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of loan facility agreements from an operational stand point.
• In-depth knowledge of syndicated lending and agency roles
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and complex transactions
• Professional and client-focused approach
• Strong sense of accountability and risk awareness
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Why Apply

This role offers genuine autonomy and technical depth within a well-established loan agency function. You will work on a diverse portfolio of complex facilities with the flexibility of hybrid working (8 days per month from home, managed flexibly to suit your needs) and a competitive salary up to £65,000 (depending on experience.), including full banking benefits and annual discretionary bonus.

Apply now or reach out directly to discuss the opportunity further.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-03-2026

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English