Responsibilities
- Directly responsible for creation, review and follow-up of applicable documentation (Lease, Loan, Conditional Sales Contracts, Sale and Assignments, Program and Agency Agreements)
- Prepare document packages
- Review document changes, draft addendums and/or two-way letters, work with outside counsel on complex changes
- Daily Review and approval of funding packages including validation of pricing, documentation, package completeness, pass throughs, and discount accounting and any holdbacks as applicable.
- Meet vendor service levels for document preparation, bookings, and inquiries. Coordinate legal reviews with internal and external counsel as necessary.
- System contract set-up and booking and validation of same with a strong focus on accuracy
- Manage delayed funding tickler to ensure timely remittance
- Daily Interface with Sales, Credit, Finance to assist in meeting volume goals.
- Interface with the Vendor/End-User as applicable
- Act as liaison with back office on issues and resolution of discrepancies.
- Document and execute all post funding changes such as transfer and assumptions, extensions, add-ons, etc.
- Manage annual renewals for UCC and Insurance.
- Prepare files for document retention, offsite storage and scanning.
- Review UCC searches and clear intervening liens
- Review and refine, where applicable, Processes and Procedures and look to employ best practices
- Verification of tax treatments and special handling
- Validation of Insurance coverage and Follow-up
- Participate in projects as directed by management or business needs.
- Assist in New Program and New Product Reviews to ensure the department meets customer expectations
- Audit Compliance Standards and Ensure adherence to policies
- Perform and participate in Permanent Supervision, RCSA, Internal and External Audits, and Compliance issues and projects.
Profile required
DIVISION DESCRIPTION:
Equipment Finance is a preferred provider of High-Tech and Industrial financing solutions. Societe Generale’s Equipment Finance team focuses on multinational vendors looking for a financing partner with international capabilities and independent equipment lessors looking a reliable and stable funding partner. Equipment Finance has enjoyed the number one position for equipment and vendor finance in Europe since 2002.
SG Equipment Finance is part of the international banking group Société Générale, one of the largest banks in the world. SG Equipment Finance has enjoyed the number one position for equipment and vendor finance in Europe since 2002. SG Equipment Finance was established in the United States ten plus years ago and is rapidly growing into a top provider of equipment financing. The Group focuses on multinational and local vendors looking for a financing partner with an international outlook and independent equipment lessors looking for reliable funding partners.
The position will be responsible for the administration of contracts and documents for all of the businesses of SGEF/USA. There will be a specific focus on direct Vendor business and syndication buy and sell.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Must Have:
- Proficient working knowledge of lease and loan documentation requirements and substitution language
- A proven background in secured lending with a minimum of 10+ years of experience
- A strong understanding of the uniform commercial code
- Keep current on Article 9 changes and issues
- Proficiency in UCC Filings and Amendments, including inventory filings
- Experience working with vendors and/or external customers and remote sales teams
- Effective decision making and problem solving skills.
- Strong interpersonal, communication (written and verbal) and partnering skills. A “team” player.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organization skills.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, driven to work in a fast learning environment.
- Ability to prioritize and reallocate workload in a dynamic, deadline-focused environment.
- Strong Customer and Vendor Service skills
- Self Starter and ability to get the job done
- Knowledge of both Industrial and High-Tech financing sectors as well as syndications buy/sell is preferred
- Ability to maintain and refine processes and controls
- Focus on data integrity and high quality outputs.
- Knowledge of Titled vehicle requirements and Aircraft Finance a plus
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook
- BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration preferred
Nice to Have:
- Leasworks experience a plus
- Salesforce experience a plus
- JD or Paralegal degree a plus
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OUR CULTURE:
At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate.
For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)
D&I:
Our Diversity & Inclusion Mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.
Our Diversity & Inclusion Vision:
• Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate
• Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents
• Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients
For more information about our D&I initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/societe-generale-about/diversity-and-inclusion/)
HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:
For most positions, Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols. Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area. The applicable Business lines will determine and communicate the work arrangements that best meet their business needs.
COMPENSATION & SALARY RANGE:
Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience.
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