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About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world *.
We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and the financing of their projects.
As pioneers in responsible finance, social and environmental commitments are at the heart of our activities.
Joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment, both dynamic and stimulating, where you will contribute to developing a sustainable economy.
We support employees throughout their journey: you will develop your skills and access various mobility opportunities among the diversity of our businesses in more than 30 international locations.
Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered.
By working every day in the interest of society, Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with the Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and placing people at the heart of all its transformations.
All our jobs are open to people with disabilities. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
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*By balance sheet size - The Banker, Juillet 2025
Reference
2026-113179
Update date
09/06/2026
Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Operations
Job title
Loan Closer
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Management position
No
Job summary
We are seeking a highly capable Syndicated Loans Closer to join our EMEA Loan Trading team in London. This is a critical execution role within a fast-paced secondary loans environment, offering exposure to complex transactions, cross-border stakeholders, and high-value deal flow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the closing and settlement of secondary loan trades, ensuring all transactions are completed efficiently and within agreed timelines.
- Review finance documentation and prepare, validate and execute all required transfer documentation, engaging legal counsel where appropriate.
- Liaise with lenders, agent banks, borrowers and internal teams to ensure smooth execution of trade settlements.
- Ensure transferability conditions, legal requirements and KYC obligations are fully satisfied prior to closing.
- Partner with Operations to confirm accurate cash flows, fee payments and settlements.
- Maintain accurate trade records across systems including ClearPar and Loantrak.
- Manage documentation, audit trails and ongoing requirements such as amendments, waivers and lender communications.
Position location
Geographical area
Europe, United Kingdom
City
London
Remote work
hybrid
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
High school / Secondary school / A levels / AS levels / IB
Academic qualification / Speciality
- Educated to A level grade (or equivalent), a degree within a relevant discipline would be seen as advantageous/.
Experience
- Proven experience in loan closing and secondary loan trading environments.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and navigate complex finance documentation.
- Solid understanding of agent bank practices, settlement mechanics, and KYC requirements.
Required skills
- Ability to manage high volumes of transactions with precision and minimal supervision
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working across front office, legal and operations teams.
Technical skills required
- Strong working knowledge of ClearPar and syndicated loan processes.
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