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Santander · 1 month ago

Middle Office Lending - Commercial & Wholesale Operations, VP

Miami Coconut Grove Corp

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$98K/yr - $165K/yr

7+ years exp

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. The Vice President – Middle Office Lending, Commercial & Wholesale Operations plays a critical role in supporting multiple Lending Product Teams across loan closing, distribution, and full lifecycle management activities. This role involves maintaining strong relationships with internal partners and clients while ensuring seamless execution throughout new loan origination, modifications, and extensions.

BankingCommercial LendingFinanceFinancial ServicesPersonal Finance

Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Provide daily leadership and guidance for the Middle Office team in the absence of the manager

Collaborate with front-office, credit, legal, and back-office teams to ensure flawless execution of transactions

Perform a variety of non-routine and complex Middle Office tasks that support lending delivery and product lifecycle execution

Serve as a subject matter expert, offering procedural knowledge and support to less experienced staff

Resolve issues escalated by junior team members and independently manage complex loan closings

Research and address sophisticated questions to determine the best course of action and ensure accuracy and compliance

Train new employees on systems, procedures, workflows, and best practices

Identify opportunities for workflow enhancements and propose updates to policies and procedures

Represent the Middle Office in governance forums, issue remediation meetings, operational risk discussions, and audits

Perform additional responsibilities requiring advanced expertise and judgment

Qualification

Syndicated LendingCommercial LendingLegal Documentation ReviewBanking RegulationsMiddle Office ProcessesMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Business or equivalent degree

9+ Years Experience managing commercial relationships

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field, or equivalent professional experience

7+ years of experience in commercial lending support or Middle Office functions

Strong expertise in Syndicated and Commercial Lending products and markets, including loans, supply chain finance, and letters of credit

Ability to review and interpret legal documentation for these products

Solid understanding of banking regulations and standard market practices

In-depth knowledge of initiatives aimed at streamlining and automating Middle Office processes

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and concisely

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to consistently meet deadlines

High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, workflow tools, and lending systems; experience with AI tools is helpful

Ability to adapt quickly, collaborate effectively, and contribute to a high-performing team environment

Comfortable working in an evolving environment with shifting priorities and new technologies

Demonstrated ability to assess workflows, recommend improvements, and help implement structural or procedural changes

Preferred

Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education

Experience in Microsoft Office products

Company

Santander

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Banco Santander is a banking firm that specializes in various banking services including retail, commercial, digital, & investment banking.

Founded in 1857

Boadilla Del Monte, Madrid, ESP

10001+ employees

https://www.santander.com/

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