Syndications Capital Markets Specialist (hybrid)

Overview

This is a hybrid role with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office.

First Citizens offer you the strength and stability of a diversified financial institution with a 125-year tradition of service and the personalized approach of a nimble financial partner.

First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services including a network of more than 550 branches in 23 states and commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ : FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $200 billion in assets.

The AVP, Syndicated Capital Markets Specialist is a hybrid role supporting the Syndicated Capital Markets team across General Industries and Life Sciences & Healthcare verticals. The role is responsible for all aspects of syndication execution, from pitching and structuring to closing transactions, while working closely with relationship managers, credit, and external market participants. You will play a critical role in supporting deal execution, preparing market and company analyses, and producing client-facing materials. The position requires a balance of technical skills, project management, and external engagement, with opportunities to mentor junior team members and help drive growth across the platform. This is a hybrid role with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office.

Responsibilities

Syndication & Execution

Support the execution of syndicated loans, managing the distribution process for complex transactions.

Assist in drafting and coordinating pitchbooks, lender presentations, offering memoranda, and term sheets.

Research and structure comparable transactions to support pricing and syndication strategy.

Partner with relationship managers and product teams to deliver tailored financing solutions for clients.

Market Analysis & Business Development

Monitor market conditions, comparable deals, and investor appetite to inform structuring and syndication decisions.

Prepare research and analysis on prospective borrowers, industries, and capital markets trends.

Support senior team members in business development by contributing to client presentations and idea generation.

Platform & Client Support

Manage information flow with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring accurate and timely updates.

Maintain and input data into internal systems for transaction tracking and reporting.

Troubleshoot and resolve lender and client inquiries to maximize satisfaction and strengthen relationships.

Team & Leadership

Provide guidance and training to analysts and incoming hires.

Contribute to process improvements, system enhancements, and knowledge sharing across the team.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Credit analysis, Underwriting or Risk Management OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Credit analysis, Underwriting or Risk Management

Preferred :

• Bachelor's Degree Business Administration / Finance / Economics
• 1 year of Syndications & Capital Markets
• Formal credit training program completion

Other :

The base pay for this position is generally between $140,000.00 and $175,000.00. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and / or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https : / / jobs.firstcitizens.com / benefits.

Company Description :

Founded in 1898 and headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens Bank serves customers in 18 states and the District of Columbia. For over 100 years, customers have trusted First Citizens with their money … and their futures. Today, First Citizens is the largest family-controlled bank in the nation and the sixth-largest bank franchise headquartered in the Southeast with more than $30 billion in assets. We employ more than 6,000 associates who are focused on helping our customers achieve a lifetime of success. First Citizens operates more than 570 branches in Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Maryland, New Mexico, Missouri, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington and West Virginia.

First Citizens Bank. Forever First®. Member FDIC.

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