Regions Business Capital Underwriter

Regions Bank•Atlanta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At Regions, the Regions Business Capital Underwriter is a client-facing role, responsible for conducting and evaluating new corporate and commercial loans. The individual will work directly with Origination, Credit Risk, Client Coverage, Capital Markets, and other areas of the bank to lead the analysis of credit opportunities, and underwriting of credit exposure while seamlessly delivering value to Regions’ prospects and customers, balancing the risk tolerance of Regions Business Capital with new business objectives and client retention.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
Nine (9) years underwriting and/or portfolio management experience
Ability to manage execution of multiple complex transactions simultaneously
Ability to openly exchange ideas and opinions, elevate concerns, and follow policies and procedures as defined
Ability to quickly develop working relationships with prospective borrowers and key referral sources (private equity firms, investment banks, bank groups, etc.) and to communicate at all levels
Deep understanding of loan structuring, financial analysis, collateral analysis, legal documentation and industry considerations affecting transactions, including experience specific to ABL lending
Exercises independent judgment and applies prudent risk mitigation principles
Extensive track record of underwriting, risk management, and/or relationship management, and closing loans

Responsibilities

Leads the credit process to ensure that transactions are reviewed thoroughly, in a timely manner and that internal policies and procedures are adhered to
Independently conducts an assessment for borrower risk profile, financial performance, collateral strength, industry position and overall credit worthiness
Balances the risk tolerance of business objectives and client acquisition
Works closely with Origination to structure proposed transaction
Screens new opportunities and underwrites asset-based loans, ensuring behaviors drive a positive customer experience
Independently identifies risks and mitigants relevant to transactions and in relation to the size and complexity of the transaction
Leads and owns the underwriting process to ensure expeditious execution of new business transactions in-line with client’s expectations and business risk tolerance and guidelines
Acts as the central “hub” with origination and credit risk
Supports strong working relationships with key internal partners
Prepares comprehensive and objective memos and models analyzing historical and projected financial performance, collateral quality, borrowing base structure, industry characteristics, capital structure, and other credit attributes
Presents findings and recommendations to Senior Management and Credit Committee
Engages in loan documentation and closing activities with borrower, counsel and relationship management
Includes direct or indirect supervision and direction of the day-to-day activities of junior professionals