Syndication Associate

Role Overview

The Syndication Associate supports the Syndication Manager in the execution and administration of syndicated loan deals. The role involves preparing credit memos, coordinating internal approvals, reviewing deal documentation, and ensuring timely settlement and compliance tracking.

The Associate also assists in monitoring ongoing syndicate exposures and gathering market intelligence on active and upcoming transactions. This role provides hands-on exposure to syndicated deal processes and is ideal for someone developing expertise in credit documentation, financial analysis, and loan execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating and documenting syndicated loan opportunities
• Draft and maintain credit approval memos, financial summaries, and transaction files
• Support end-to-end execution, including approvals, documentation review, and closing coordination
• Monitor repayment schedules, covenant compliance, and ongoing deal performance
• Liaise with operations, credit, and counterpart banks to ensure accurate and timely deal settlement
• Conduct market and peer deal research to support pipeline tracking and reporting

Qualifications & Experience

• 2–4 years of experience in corporate lending, credit analysis, or loan operations
• Strong analytical and documentation skills with attention to accuracy and timelines
• Familiarity with syndicated lending processes and interbank coordination preferred
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business; professional qualifications (CFA, CIB) are a plus
• Regional market familiarity (UAE / GCC) is a strong advantage
• Regional exposure; fluency in English (Arabic an advantage)