[Remote] Director, Sponsor Finance

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Live Oak Bank is a digital bank that serves small business owners across the country. The Director – Sponsor Finance will play a pivotal role in advancing the growth of Live Oak's Sponsor Finance portfolio, focusing on new business development and providing customized financing solutions for M&A opportunities.ResponsibilitiesAnalyze applicants’ financial status, credit, and property evaluation to determine if loan requests meet the Bank’s lending criteriaStructure loan opportunities to comply with Bank standards or reject loans that do not meet lending criteriaEvaluate sources of repayment on potential loan requestsCommunicate with the Portfolio Manager to ensure proper hand-off of applicants for underwriting or creditors to resolve questions regarding application informationActively participate with Executive Management to develop strategies for the business vertical and the BankEnsure adherence to loan terms and conditions, including timely receipt of required financial information, covenant compliance, and portfolio reviewsIdentify and develop new deposit relationshipsDevelop and maintain strong relationships with referral sourcesCultivate industry expertise in serving specified market nichesStay abreast of economic conditions, changes, and trends in customers’ businesses, the banking industry, and the specific market niches targeted by the BankManage staff, monitor performance, and ensure coaching opportunities and performance appraisals are completed in a timely mannerFollow regulatory requirements, including those pertaining to the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Customer Identification Program (CIP), and OFAC, to assist in the identification, detection, and deterrence of money laundering or other unlawful activitiesSkills10+ years of experience in commercial lending, with at least 5 years specifically in Sponsor Finance lending requiredProven track record of executing and managing Sponsor backed transactions in a senior capacity requiredStrong business development acumen and experience managing complex client relationships requiredAbility to work autonomously in a fast-paced, evolving environment requiredBachelor's degree in finance, Business, or related field required; MBA preferredWillingness to travel as needed to meet clients and support business development requiredMBA preferredBenefitsAnnual bonusesLong-term incentivesPaid sick leave to our employees who reside in states that require employer-paid sick leave, including but not limited to Arizona, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, and WashingtonCompany OverviewLive Oak Bank is a financial service company that offers banking services and products for small and medium businesses. It was founded in 2008, and is headquartered in Wilmington, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.liveoakbank.com.