Assistant Vice President, Loans Agency, Transaction Manager

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MUFG, a globally respected financial institution, is seeking an Assistant Vice President Agency Transaction Manager to join their London-based team within the Transaction Processing Unit. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a collaborative and knowledgeable environment where your expertise in agency loan operations will be highly valued. You will play a pivotal role in managing complex syndicated loan portfolios, acting as a trusted point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders. MUFG offers a supportive culture that encourages professional growth, knowledge sharing, and inter-departmental cooperation. If you are looking for a position that combines responsibility, variety, and the chance to build meaningful relationships across the business, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

What you’ll do:

• Provide comprehensive support and guidance to facilitate the accurate completion of daily transaction processing activities in accordance with head office rules and regulatory requirements.
• Verify the work of fellow team members meticulously to ensure all outputs meet stringent quality standards and regulatory obligations.
• Assist line management by controlling daily workflows, helping to guarantee timely completion of all operational responsibilities within the department.
• Contribute actively to the creation, review, and maintenance of policies and procedures, ensuring they remain up-to-date and effective for all aspects of agency transaction management.
• Offer general support for project implementation as required, collaborating closely with colleagues to deliver successful outcomes on time.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including Front Office teams, lenders, external legal counsel, and borrowers to administer events on loan portfolios efficiently.
• Act as the primary point of contact for resolving issues and escalating concerns when necessary, using your specialist knowledge to address queries promptly.
• Build strong working relationships throughout MUFG by establishing a peer network that supports information gathering and effective inter-departmental collaboration.
• Operate as a product specialist by providing subject matter expertise on agency loan transactions whenever required by colleagues or stakeholders.
• Maintain front-to-back oversight of amendments, waivers, covenant tracking (including ESG), security trustee responsibilities, collateral monitoring, and borrowing base maintenance.

What you bring:

• Demonstrated experience working within manual operations environments where attention to detail is paramount under time-sensitive conditions.
• Proven background in syndicated or agency loan operations with hands-on exposure to complex transaction processing requirements.
• Track record of facilitating calls and meetings with external legal counsel, borrowers, and lenders while delivering excellent client service at all times.
• Strong computer literacy skills including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with both LMA (Loan Market Association) and LSTA (Loan Syndications & Trading Association) loan documentation standards is essential for success in this role.
• A level or equivalent education is required; candidates holding a bachelor’s degree will be viewed favourably.
• Working knowledge of Debtdomain and LoanIQ platforms would be advantageous but not mandatory for consideration.
• Exceptional communication skills combined with an empathetic approach that fosters trust among colleagues and clients alike.
• Ability t…