Strategic Lending Solutions

Job Title Strategic Lending Solutions Corporate Title Vice President Location New York, NY Overview Strategic Corporate Lending (SCL) provides lending governance and oversight across EUR 100bn+ of relationship lending exposure to Investment Grade and High Yield multinational corporates and non‑bank financial institutions. In this role, you will serve as a senior relationship manager, driving strategic business selection using a combination of quantitative (Profitability/Revenue/Balance Sheet) and qualitative metrics. You will lead the end‑to‑end review of lending proposals through a regional forum with coverage/product partners and senior leadership across SCL, Investment Banking (IB), and Corporate Banking (CB). You will own the client lending relationship at the sector level with an aim to optimise balance sheet deployment and risk‑adjusted returns. As senior transaction manager, you will oversee loan execution and, post‑closing, drive sustained client profitability through disciplined delivery of committed franchise revenues via regular portfolio reviews, client/sector deep dives and initiatives aligned with the bank's strategic priorities. What We Offer You A diverse and inclusive environment that embraces change, innovation, and collaboration A hybrid working model, allowing for in‑office / work from home flexibility, generous vacation, personal and volunteer days Employee Resource Groups support an inclusive workplace for everyone and promote community engagement Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits, retirement savings plans, parental leave, and family building benefits Educational resources, matching gift, and volunteer programs What You'll Do Develop an in‑depth understanding and knowledge of the clients in your respective Industry sectors Own your lending clients through ongoing portfolio reviews and management of post‑closing action items Serve as senior point responsible for evaluating and processing loan requests for current and prospective clients Coordinate with internal and external partners to gather required information and apply judgment to accurately model, price, and assess transaction profitability Lead strategic initiatives in coordination with SCL Senior management to help drive revenue and client profitability How You'll Lead Partner closely with senior CB & IB coverage and product leadership to shape client strategy, prioritise opportunities, and align on lending outcomes Coordinate with SCL Risk, Credit Risk Management and Legal to evaluate structure, risk appetite, and documentation requirements across lending transactions Lead and mentor junior relationship managers on the Governance team, providing coaching, oversight, and quality control across portfolio reviews and execution deliverables Skills You'll Need Bachelor's degree (or internationally recognised equivalent) in Finance, Economics, Business or related field; Master's and/or CFA a plus FINRA SIE, Series 63 and Series 79 licences required Demonstrated proficiency in syndicated loan markets, corporate finance and related banking products Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills Proven ability to evaluate transactions, including profitability and return metrics (e.g. RoRWA/SVA), credit and balance sheet impact Skills That Will Help You Excel Self‑motivated and adaptable, able to align to evolving client needs and timelines Highly numerate, with strong familiarity with bank financial resources and capital considerations Quick to learn and apply new concepts, frameworks and processes Collaborative, with the ability to influence and partner effectively across Coverage, Product, Risk, Legal and Operations Able to manage multiple priorities while maintaining rigorous attention to detail Expectations It is the Bank's expectation that employees hired into this role will work in the New York office in accordance with the Bank's hybrid working model. Deutsche Bank provides reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees with a substantiated need based on disability and/or religion. Salary Range The salary range for this position in New York is $140,000 to $217,000. Actual salaries may be based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education, work location and other qualifications. Posted salary ranges do not include incentive compensation or any other type of remuneration. Benefits We provide access to physical, emotional and financial wellness benefits that allow our colleagues to stay financially secure and strike balance between work and home. Equal Opportunity Statement Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. 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