We are seeking an experienced Collateralized Loan Obligation (CLO), Funds & Loan Operations Associate to support the onboarding, administration, and ongoing management of CLO and leveraged loan portfolios.

The role combines deep knowledge of syndicated loan documentation, structured credit products, and loan operations with a strong focus on process improvement, automation, and data quality.

• Role: Collateralized Loan Obligation (CLO), Funds & Loan Operations Associate
• Day rate: £300 per day
• Pay framework: Umbrella Company
• Start date: ASAP
• Current contract duration: 6 months
• Location: Hybrid - Manchester City Centre 4 days a week and WFH 1 day a week

Key Accountabilities

• Review and validate loan documentation, including LMA and LSTA agreements, to support asset onboarding and portfolio management.
• Manage loan administration activities across portfolios, ensuring accurate maintenance of positions, settlements, cashflows, and reference data.
• Support CLO warehouse facilities, including funding requests, portfolio reporting, and investor reporting requirements.
• Perform quality assurance and oversight of operational workflows, ensuring adherence to controls, procedures, and escalation protocols.
• Utilise loan administration platforms such as Solvas, Loan IQ or Polaris,
• Drive process improvement initiatives, leveraging automation, AI, and data analytics to increase operational efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Work closely with portfolio managers, trustees, lenders, investors, and internal stakeholders to support day-to-day portfolio operations.

Essential experience

• CLO and Structured Credit Operations
• Leveraged Loans and Syndicated Loans
• LMA and LSTA Documentation
• Loan Administration Platforms (Solvas, Polaris, Loan IQ)
• Cashflow and Funding Management
• Portfolio Reporting
• Data Governance and Quality Assurance
• Process Automation and AI Tools
• Python and Operational Analytics

Don't delay, apply today!