Assistant Vice President, Loans Agency, Transaction Manager

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MUFG, a globally respected financial institution, is seeking an Assistant Vice President Agency Transaction Manager to join their London-based team within the Transaction Processing Unit. This is a unique opportunity to become part of a collaborative and knowledgeable environment where your expertise in agency loan operations will be highly valued. You will play a pivotal role in managing complex syndicated loan portfolios, acting as a trusted point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders. MUFG offers a supportive culture that encourages professional growth, knowledge sharing, and inter-departmental cooperation. If you are looking for a position that combines responsibility, variety, and the chance to build meaningful relationships across the business, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

• Provide comprehensive support and guidance to facilitate the accurate completion of daily transaction processing activities in accordance with head office rules and regulatory requirements.
• Verify the work of fellow team members meticulously to ensure all outputs meet stringent quality standards and regulatory obligations.
• Assist line management by controlling daily workflows, helping to guarantee timely completion of all operational responsibilities within the department.
• Contribute actively to the creation, review, and maintenance of policies and procedures, ensuring they remain up-to-date and effective for all aspects of agency transaction management.
• Offer general support for project implementation as required, collaborating closely with colleagues to deliver successful outcomes on time.
• Communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders including Front Office teams, lenders, external legal counsel, and borrowers to administer events on loan portfolios efficiently.
• Act as the primary point of contact for resolving issues and escalating concerns when necessary, using your specialist knowledge to address queries promptly.
• Build strong working relationships throughout MUFG by establishing a peer network that supports information gathering and effective inter-departmental collaboration.
• Operate as a product specialist by providing subject matter expertise on agency loan transactions whenever required by colleagues or stakeholders.
• Maintain front-to-back oversight of amendments, waivers, covenant tracking (including ESG), security trustee responsibilities, collateral monitoring, and borrowing base maintenance.

• Demonstrated experience working within manual operations environments where attention to detail is paramount under time-sensitive conditions.
• Proven background in syndicated or agency loan operations with hands-on exposure to complex transaction processing requirements.
• Track record of facilitating calls and meetings with external legal counsel, borrowers, and lenders while delivering excellent client service at all times.
• Strong computer literacy skills including advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with both LMA (Loan Market Association) and LSTA (Loan Syndications & Trading Association) loan documentation standards is essential for success in this role.
• A level or equivalent education is required; candidates holding a bachelor’s degree will be viewed favourably.
• Working knowledge of Debtdomain and LoanIQ platforms would be advantageous but not mandatory for consideration.
• Exceptional communication skills combined with an empathetic approach that fosters trust among colleagues and clients alike.
• Ability to operate calmly under pressure while managing large workloads without compromising accuracy or attention to detail.
• A proactive mindset coupled with sound judgement skills that enable effective risk identification and escalation when necessary.

MUFG stands out as one of the world’s leading financial groups with deep roots in Europe’s banking sector. The company is known for its commitment to fostering an inclusive culture where every employee feels supported in their professional journey. At MUFG you can expect access to extensive training resources designed to help you grow both personally and professionally; knowledge sharing is actively encouraged so everyone benefits from collective expertise. The organisation places great emphasis on collaboration across departments which creates an environment where teamwork thrives—and where your contributions are genuinely valued by colleagues at all levels. With its global reach yet local focus in London’s financial hub MUFG offers unparalleled opportunities for career progression within a stable forward-thinking institution that prioritises both employee wellbeing and client satisfaction.

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge at MUFG we encourage you to explore how your skills can make a real impact within their collaborative team environment.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career move awaits at MUFG!

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.

We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.