Manager Of Bank Loan Operations

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Manager of Bank Loan Operations to lead and manage all facets of our bank loan operations across a diverse range of instruments, including syndicated loans, non-syndicated/private loans, sovereign debt, and global bank loan instruments. The ideal candidate will bring deep subject matter expertise and demonstrate a strong ability to navigate complex trade and servicing workflows. This role also entails extensive collaboration with investment teams, legal counsel, and a wide range of outsourced service providers and third-party vendors-including JPMorgan, SEI, Alter Domus, and ClearPar-to ensure seamless execution, exception resolution, and end-to-end operational support.

Location: Milwaukee, WI | Boston, MA | Chicago, IL | Denver, CO | New York, NY | San Francisco, CA

Milwaukee preferred. Relocation offered. Other locations will be considered with regular travel to Milwaukee headquarters required.

Salary Range: $150,000 - $220,000

Specific placement within the provided range will be determined by an individual's geographic location as well as relevant experience and skills for the role. Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package. Associates may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon Firm and individual performance.

Responsibilities

The candidate is expected to:

• Oversee operational processes for syndicated, non-syndicated, sovereign, and global bank loans, ensuring end-to-end accuracy, risk control, and data integrity
• Provide subject matter leadership across various jurisdictions, loan structures, and servicing timelines
• Manage the full trade lifecycle: trade capture, allocations, settlements, funding, rollovers, paydowns, and reconciliations for both PAR and distresses loans
• Process loan income events, including amortizations, SOFR resets, and PIK interest accruals
• Lead resolution of discrepancies between internal systems, agent notices, and custodians
• Interpret and administer reorg and restructuring events, including lender elections, bankruptcy events, and corporate actions
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and legal on contractual reviews, voting events, and operational decisions
• Track and process all loan-related fees including OID, consent, amendment, and waiver fees
• Serve as a primary operational contact for investment teams and portfolio managers, ensuring timely execution and transparency
• Partner closely with the legal group on loan documentation, elections, compliance processes, and event responses
• Manage day-to-day workflows with third-party service providers and vendors such as JPMorgan, SEI, Alter Domus, and ClearPar, including trade settlements, exception handling, account setup, and servicing logistics
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and escalation protocols
• Enforce strict adherence to operational risk controls and audit practices
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams on KYC/AML, counterparty onboarding, and regulatory readiness
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies and procedures
• Identify inefficiencies and champion continuous improvement, automation, and workflow documentation
• Partner with technology teams on system enhancements and data integration projects impacting loan operations
• Participate in firm-wide initiatives related to loan platforms, data governance, and operational scalability

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail. Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in bank loan operations, with significant exposure to syndicated, non-syndicated, sovereign, and global credit instruments
• Proven experience managing relationships with third-party vendors and outsourced service providers
• Proficiency with loan platforms such as ClearPar, WSO, LoanIQ, Markit, Aladdin and Bloomberg
• In-depth knowledge of global settlement practices, documentation standards, and loan servicing nuances
• Experience/ Knowledge of credit/facility agreements- experience interpreting the underlying loan documents
• Familiarity with structured products: CLOs, ABS, MBS, Loan TRS
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with operational tools and automation platforms
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management abilities
• Analytical, proactive, and solutions-oriented, with a strong attention to detail
• Capable of thriving in a high-volume, high-urgency environment with limited supervision

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Artisan Partners Limited Partnership is an equal opportunity employer. Artisan Partners does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

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