Christopher Joyce

• Manage a team of four direct reports, overseeing daily operations and ensuring team performance meets department objectives. Handle all escalations, providing coaching and problem-solving guidance to team members.
• Oversee a pipeline of syndicated loan deals, including syndicated revolving credit facilities, Term Loan A, and Term Loan B facilities, with a monthly deal volume ranging from 10 to 25.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for debt capital market bankers, commercial banking and investment banking partners, credit teams, back office support, external counsel, and other lenders.
• Coordinate all aspects of syndicated loan deals post-mandate, ensuring compliance with firm standards, and that all credit documentation (marketing term sheets, credit agreements, etc.) is aligned with internal procedures.
• Lead the coordination of fund movement at closing, ensuring that all required documentation, compliance forms, and confirmations are provided to back office teams to ensure smooth and timely fund release on deal close date.
• Spearhead communication and collaboration across multiple stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of deals and mitigate operational risks.
• Achievement: Promoted from Associate to Senior Associate within one year based on performance, leadership capabilities, and contribution to team and department success.

Served as the primary point of contact for clients and brokers seeking Premium Life Financing as part of estate planning and wealth management strategies.

• Focused primarily on the renewal department, conducting loan underwriting for bilateral loans due for renewal, ensuring the bank's position remained secure through effective risk management.
• Created and presented detailed credit memorandums to senior leadership for approval, highlighting key loan terms, risk factors, and recommendations.
• Prepared renewal letters, funding packages, and other documentation required for loan closures, ensuring all paperwork was ready and accurate ahead of the closing date.
• Coordinated with various internal teams to ensure timely fund movement and successful deal execution.
• Developed a strong understanding of complex financial products and helped clients navigate premium financing as a valuable alternative investment option.

• Worked directly with business owners to secure short-term capital for a variety of needs, including payroll, equipment financing, and general corporate expenses.
• Led the sales team as the top sales professional for three consecutive months, consistently exceeding monthly targets and generating new business opportunities.
• Collaborated closely with in-house underwriters to assess client needs and ensure the best loan offers were provided, optimizing financial solutions for clients.
• Specialized in prospecting and inside sales, developing a strong pipeline of new clients through effective cold calling, lead generation, and relationship-building efforts.
• Demonstrated expertise in identifying financial gaps and tailoring financing solutions to meet the unique needs of small and medium-sized businesses.