Associate, Loan Administration

Lending | Sector Based & Specialized Lending | Loan Administration, Associate | NYC

About ING:

In the Americas, ING’s Wholesale Banking division offers a broad range of innovative financial products and services to domestic and international corporate and institutional clients. When you come to work at ING, you’re joining a team where individuality isn’t just accepted, it’s encouraged. We’ve built a culture that’s fun, friendly, and supportive – it’s the kind of place where you can be yourself and make the most of whatever you have to offer. We give people the freedom to take risks, think differently, take ownership of their work, and make great things happen. We’re here to help you get ahead. With our global network, there’s plenty of scope to take your career in new directions.

ING Americas follows a hybrid work model, allowing for in-office/work-from-home flexibility. Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area.

Sound like the kind of place you’d feel at home? We’d love to hear from you.

About the Position:

This role sits within ING’s Sector Based & Specialized Lending (“SB&SL”) Front Office and forms part of the newly established Deal Implementation Team. The Loan Administration Associate will support live lending transactions from credit approval through closing, booking, and completion of post-closing requirements.

This position offers an entry point into corporate lending for early-career candidates. The Associate will develop a strong understanding of ING’s lending products and systems, transaction pipeline, and credit process while working closely with lending structurers, sector bankers, Risk, Legal, Loan Closing, and Agency.

Responsibilities

• Leading the closing, booking, and post-closing implementation of lending transactions across SB&SL and sector coverage, including Project Finance, Export Finance, Asset-Based Lending, and Financial Institutions among others.
• Managing the lending pipeline and deal trackers, including transaction status, anticipated closing dates, and outstanding requirements.
• Coordinating with lending structurers, sector bankers, Risk, Legal, Loan Closing, Agency, and other internal stakeholders.
• Obtaining and organizing closing materials, supporting documentation, and final closing sets.
• Tracking closing conditions, signatory requirements, due diligence items, and other outstanding actions.
• Preparing required closing and agency packages and completing initial reviews of booking and control forms.
• Supporting the accurate booking and activation of lending transactions in internal systems.
• Completing post-closing activities, including covenant registration, transaction database updates, and handover materials.
• Maintaining complete, accurate, and audit-ready transaction records.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes, strengthen controls, and increase execution efficiency.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Proactive and willing to take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple transactions, priorities, and deadlines.
• Relevant internship or work experience in banking, credit, accounting, legal services/documentation, or financial services preferred.
• 2+ years of middle office experience within banking preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in corporate banking, lending, credit, legal documentation, or deal execution.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Committed and collaborative team player with high standards for quality and timeliness.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Application Details

Candidates may be asked to complete:

• An Excel or analytical assessment.
• References.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary Range: $85,000 - $107,000. (The salary range listed reflects base salary only; this role is eligible for participation in a discretionary bonus program.)

ING provides a broad array of benefits including comprehensive health benefits, a generous 401k savings plan, and competitive PTO. Additional benefits include adoption, surrogacy, and fertility services; student debt assistance; and subsidies for expenses associated with commuting and fitness.

ING is a committed equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to race, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate these differences and rely upon your unique perspective to innovate and seize new opportunities. Come as you are.

Note: ING Bank does not have a commercial banking license in the U.S. and is therefore not permitted to conduct a commercial banking business in the U.S. Through its wholly owned subsidiary ING Financial Services LLC, and its affiliates, it offers a full array of wholesale products such as commercial lending and a full range of FM products and services.