Originator, Fund Solutions

Join Natixis as our next Fund Financing Originator. This is a pivotal opportunity to drive significant growth within a dynamic and expanding sector. As an integral member of our team, you'll be instrumental in originating and structuring innovative fund financing solutions, secured by fund shares or assets held by funds. You'll collaborate closely with leading Alternative and Regulated Asset Managers such as Hedge Funds and Private Credit firms. If you're a highly motivated finance professional with a passion for building relationships, a keen understanding of fund markets, and a drive to excel, we invite you to explore this exciting role.

Your contributions will be vital in:

• Driving Business Development: Originate and nurture new transactions by leveraging your established network and collaborating seamlessly with Natixis's extensive Sales and Coverage teams.
• Leading Transaction Lifecycle: Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of complex fund financings and derivatives, from origination through syndication, contributing directly to the team's strategic success.
• Client Engagement: Engage directly with clients alongside Sales and Coverage teams, translating their unique needs into actionable financing solutions.
• Team Advocacy: Serve as a key ambassador for the team, building its profile and influence both internally among critical stakeholders and externally with clients, prospects, and industry influencers.
• Strategic Analysis: Apply sharp analytical skills to meticulously assess collateral, deal structures, and borrower profiles, optimizing transactions for robust risk mitigation.
• Risk Collaboration: Work strategically with the Risk Department to refine and tailor transaction structures, ensuring alignment with risk appetite and maximizing deal viability.
• Influencing Decisions: Craft compelling internal memoranda and confidently present deal proposals to approval committees, influencing key strategic decisions.
• Driving Execution: Spearhead negotiation and finalization of deal documentation, liaising effectively with Legal Counsel, Borrowers, and Syndicate Banks to ensure smooth execution.
• Client Partnership: Partner with clients and the Client Management Team to ensure rigorous KYC compliance and maintain optimal client standing.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure seamless execution and closing of loan transactions by coordinating effectively with Operations, Agency, and other internal support functions.
• Portfolio Stewardship: Contribute to the ongoing health and performance monitoring of our loan and derivative portfolio as required, gaining valuable portfolio management insights.
• Market Expansion: Actively engage in targeted marketing initiatives to expand our reach and engagement with both existing and prospective clients.
• Mentorship & Development: Mentor and develop junior team members, including Summer Analysts, fostering a culture of learning and collaboration.

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
• 4-7 years of progressive experience in financial services, with a strong focus on origination, structuring, or capital markets within a relevant domain.
• Demonstrated expertise in structuring and originating sophisticated fund financings and derivatives, serving a diverse clientele of alternative and regulated asset managers.
• A track record of confidently presenting complex deal proposals and strategic insights to senior management and approval committee.
• Deep familiarity and practical application of fund financing solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of current alternative investment strategies and a nuanced understanding of key market participants and trends.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), essential for financial modeling, reporting, and presentations.
• An exceptional collaborative spirit and a proactive approach to teamwork, thriving in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Adept at managing tight deadlines and high-stakes bidding processes with precision and calm.
• Superior multitasking capabilities and the agility to seamlessly adapt to evolving priorities in a dynamic market.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; you can articulate complex financial concepts with clarity, conciseness, and persuasive power to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to build rapport and engage effectively with professionals at all levels, from analysts to senior executives.
• Unwavering integrity and a robust work ethic, embodying Natixis’s commitment to excellence and ethical conduct.
• A global mindset and the ability to thrive in and contribute to a multicultural, international workplace.
• A strategic aptitude for cross-selling and presenting Natixis's diverse Global Markets product suite to Fund Solutions clients.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., SIE, Series 7, 63).

Natixis is an equal opportunity employer, committed to a workplace free of discrimination. Natixis will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on age, color, mental or physical handicap or disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry or citizenship status, race, religion, sex (including sex stereotyping, gender identity, gender expression or transgender status), veteran status, creed, genetic information or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Respect for all means that we deal with each person as an individual and not as a member of any group. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Management is expected to provide leadership in supporting the firms EEO program by taking steps to promote EEO in all facets of employment including recruitment, hiring, retention, promotion, performance assessment, and career-development opportunities.

The salary range for this VP position will be between $170,000 - $250,000. Natixis is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. Actual base salary will vary and will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, skills set, applicable licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Base salary is only one component of our total rewards package. Natixis also offers a generous benefits package, and you may be eligible for a discretionary incentive award depending on company and individual performance.