Director, Equipment Financing

Lensa is a career site that helps job seekers find great jobs in the US. We are not a staffing firm or agency. Lensa does not hire directly for these jobs, but promotes jobs on LinkedIn on behalf of its direct clients, recruitment ad agencies, and marketing partners. Lensa partners with DirectEmployers to promote this job for Mesirow Financial. Clicking "Apply Now" or "Read more" on Lensa redirects you to the job board/employer site. Any information collected there is subject to their terms and privacy notice.

Description

The Opportunity:

Mesirow is an independent, employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices across the country, Mesirow serves clients through capabilities spanning Private Capital & Currency, Capital Markets and Investment Banking, and Advisory Services. We are proud that our intentional culture results in strong employee engagement, entrepreneurship and empowerment, with ongoing opportunities for volunteerism and advancement. Mesirow has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business multiple times and is one of Barron’s Top 100 RIA firms. At Mesirow, we invest in what matters: our clients, our communities, and our culture.

Due to the continued growth of our Credit Tenant Lease and Structured Debt Products platform, we are now actively recruiting for a senior level banker focused on equipment-based financing with a proven track record in origination and deal execution with an emphasis on credit and collateral considerations, specifically within the corporate, non for profit (i.e., healthcare, higher education) and public sector entities (federal, state, and local level).

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a truly independent, entrepreneurial and innovative environment, alongside industry leading experts, while benefiting from the power of our integrated capital markets platform and distribution capabilities. Our Credit Tenant Lease and Structured Debt Products business has been ranked in the top 10 of U.S. private placement transactions for seven of the past eight years.

To learn more about our capabilities and the team, please click here ( .

Responsibilities

• In partnership with Senior Leadership, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of a robust business strategy to enhance our equipment financing capabilities and achieve target revenue goals.
• Develop and sustain robust relationships with key external clients and prospects and act as the primary interface to targeted client groups.
• Maintain a transparent pipeline and tracking of new clients and prospects.
• Management and oversight on the origination, structure, and execution on equipment financing opportunities. Providing necessary guidance and support to junior team members as necessary.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge and awareness of marketplace products, practices, and industry trends.
• Visible presence externally, representing the firm at industry events, conferences and develop a robust network of contacts and referral sources.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• At least 10 -15 years of experience in equipment financing origination and deal execution, with a successful track record of generating $2mm - $3mm plus in fees annually.
• Extensive knowledge of the equipment financing sector and the regulatory landscape.
• Fluency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in complex financial modeling.
• Ability to form client relationships, market and successfully bring in new business.
• Strong professional communication and inter-personal skills, and the ability to succinctly express complex ideas both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in managing multiple project-oriented tasks effectively and in a timely manner with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while being team-oriented; prioritize tasks, react to changes, and solve critical issues.
• Qualified candidates must possess a high level of motivation, initiative, and leadership potential.
  
  

In accordance with the Illinois Pay Transparency Law, the anticipated hiring base salary for the role will be between $100,000 and $150,000 per year. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, also provides the opportunity for a discretionary bonus and the Mesirow benefit program ( .

EOE

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact [email protected]