Credit Officer II

Job Description:

Job Description:

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates' physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits. We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths

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Job Description:

A Credit Officer II covers a portfolio of asset-based lending clients, with responsibility for delivering credit solutions and managing risk. Bank of America's Asset Based Finance ("ABF") group provides asset-based loans to clients in the Global Commercial and Global Corporate and Investment Banks, partnering closely with relationship management and product partners. Typical focus is syndicated and sole lender facilities ranging in size from $20 million to up to $5 billion. The role will be client-facing, with primary responsibilities including analyzing client trends to identify opportunities and manage risk and growing funded loans and credit revenue. Additional responsibilities would include pitching credit opportunities, reviewing and negotiating legal documentation, and overseeing the work of junior associates, including analysis of financial performance and preparation of approval documents. The target candidate would be expected to handle more complex client relationships, as well as take a leadership role in managing bank groups and relationships with legal counsel, financial advisors, and financial sponsors. Some travel would be required to meet with clients.

Responsibilities:

Partners with relationship management and product partners to assess clients' credit needs and create solutions Leads loan structure conversations and negotiates loan documentation with clients and internal/external legal partners Drives credit and risk approval processes for new credit originations, renewals, increases, and modifications Leads ongoing monitoring efforts for a portfolio of clients in compliance with regulations, policy and procedure Drives the growth of funded loans and revenue while mitigating risks, maintaining asset quality and adhering to regulatory requirements Serves as an escalation point for complex credit transactions Mentors and supports associates Manages a portfolio of asset-based structured loans in the general industries space. Proactively identifies credit solutions and opportunities to grow funded loans and spreads. Actively monitors financial and collateral trends and recommends appropriate action. Review requests for loan modifications Analyzes financial performance, negotiates credit terms, drafts proposals, reviews and negotiates loan documents, and oversees preparation of recommendations for approval. Participates in building client relationships. Handles both performing credits as well as distressed/turnaround credits, including managing accounts through restructuring and bankruptcy processes

Required Qualifications:

10+ years' experience in asset-based lending, commercial banking, or private credit Sound understanding of credit, transaction structuring, and financial and collateral analysis Detailed understanding of legal documentation Ability to draft concise, accurate and clear credit approvals with minimal oversight.

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent experience preferred Formal Credit Training Experience with bankruptcy and restructuring matters

Skills:

Business Acumen Coaching Decision Making Hiring and Onboarding Loan Structuring Collaboration Credit Documentation Requirements Oral Communications Risk Management Written Communications Change Management Client Solutions Advisory Executive Presence Organizational Effectiveness Underwriting Attention to

Detail Client Management Decision Making Underwriting Credit Documentation Requirements Critical Thinking Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40 Pay Transparency details US

• IL•Chicago•110 N Wacker Dr•Bank Of America Tower Chicago (IL4110) Pay and benefits information Pay range $119,000.

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• $200,000.

00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set. Discretionary incentive eligible This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company. Benefits This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.

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https://careers.bankofamerica.com/en-us/privacy-notice At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. One of the keys to driving Responsible Growth is being a great place to work for our teammates around the world. We're devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Bank of America believes both in the importance of working together and offering flexibility to our employees. We use a multi-faceted approach for flexibility, depending on the various roles in our organization. Working at Bank of America will give you a great career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact, along with the power to make a difference. Join us! Partnering Locally Learn about some of the ways Bank of America is making a difference in the communities we serve. Global Impact Learn about the six areas that guide Bank of America's efforts to help make financial lives better for customers, clients, communities and our teammates. Opportunity and Inclusion Each employee brings unique skills, background and opinions. We see opportunity and inclusion as our platform for innovation and a key component in our success. Our Values Learn about our four values that represent what we believe.

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