Loan Syndicator at Associated Bank in Chicago, IL

Loan Syndicator Location: Chicago 525 Monroe At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you. Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires. Role Summary As Syndications Vice President, you will play a key role in structuring, underwriting, and distributing syndicated loan transactions for middle market and corporate clients. You’ll partner closely with Relationship Managers, investors, and credit teams to deliver competitive financing solutions while helping expand the Bank’s syndications platform. This role offers strong visibility, market exposure, and opportunities to deepen expertise in capital markets and syndicated lending. Key Accountabilities Partner with Relationship Managers to structure, market, and execute syndicated lending opportunities for new and existing clients. Analyze transaction structures, pricing, and market conditions to assess distribution risk and investor appetite. Lead the syndication process by preparing offering materials, coordinating investor outreach, and managing due diligence discussions. Build and maintain strong relationships with banks, finance companies, and institutional investors across the syndicated loan market. Negotiate transaction terms, commitment letters, amendments, and legal documentation in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Track market trends, competitive pricing, and loan structures to provide timely insights to relationship and credit teams. Support investment banking referral opportunities and identify potential secondary market loan purchase opportunities. Manage agent-related responsibilities and ensure effective communication throughout the lifecycle of syndicated transactions. Education & Experience Required Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 4+ years of experience in lending, debt underwriting, capital markets, or syndicated finance. Experience structuring and executing syndicated loan transactions. Strong understanding of syndicated loans, senior and junior debt capital markets, and alternative financing solutions. Ability to evaluate market trends, economic conditions, and transaction-related risks. Preferred Series 7 license within 1 year of hire. Series 63 license within 1 year of hire. Experience building investor relationships within the middle market syndicated lending space. Why You’ll Love Working Here At Associated Bank, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced banking and capital markets professionals while contributing to high-impact client transactions. We are committed to supporting career growth through collaboration, mentorship, and meaningful work that drives results for our clients and communities. Apply today to make an impact. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience. In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life. Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans. Paid time off to volunteer in your community. Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups. Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities. Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more. Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits. Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest. Join our community on Facebook, LinkedIn and X. Compliance Statement Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR. Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank’s anonymous Ethics Hotline. Associated Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact leavesandaccommodations@associatedbank.com if you need an accommodation at any time during the process. Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish. Associated Bank is Pay Transparency compliant. The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role. $127,890.00 - $219,240.00 per year