Johannesburg: Loans Administrator (3-months Contract) posted by Isilumko Staffing

A top bank in looking for a Loans Administrator to join their operations division on a 3-MONTH contract.

Purpose

To manage a portfolio of confirmations and structured deals, providing oversight, support, and guidance for new deals while ensuring process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Address queries related to P&L, Margin, etc. from Product Control/finance to minimize financial loss, interest claims, and reputational damage.
• Handle facility extensions and restructures, updating or rebooking deals as necessary.
• Build trusted relationships with internal stakeholders to accurately book and execute Investment Banking loans/Syndicated positions.
• Confirm receipt of funds and determine settlement value for loan settlements and client refunds. Vet and authorize settlement figures for confirmations and structured transactions.
• Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures, working instructions, and policies to ensure compliance and governance.
• De-activate statement runs, update loan status, and ensure the continuity of debit order runs. Write off exposure or implement restructuring strategies.
• Engage with clients to provide settlement figures and confirm actual cash in bank accounts. Support the resolution of outstanding unreconciled entries.
• Manage client queries and provide relevant information/documentation to ensure effective cash flow management throughout the deal lifecycle.
• Follow up on outstanding settlements with clients/lenders and third-party syndications. Escalate unresolved matters for review or resolution.
• Ensure booking of funding positions aligns with Money Market trades and handle interdivisional foreign currency settlements.
• Reassess funding positions, process unpaid debit orders, and provide guidance for complex non-performing transactions, including recovery and write-offs.
• Independently manage allocated portfolio, handling drawdowns, margin variations, and prepayments/repayments while ensuring accurate data for the loan book.
• Investigate client, lender, and internal queries, collaborating with stakeholders to identify and resolve issues promptly.

Requirements

• Must have Business Commerce Degree
• Must have a demonstrated track record of adding value and delivering client-centric service.
• Must have At least 3-4 Experience in supporting and coaching team members
• Must Have At Least 3 Financial services or finance-related environment experience.
• Must have Experience working within an agency supporting Investment Banking with knowledge of debt products and legal agreements interpretation.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of Investment banking Debt products
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Adaptability
• Proficiency in software and systems relevant to the role