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Job Description
This role has multiple levels, open to candidates with Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of related experience OR an MBA/JD with 3+ years of relevant work experience. The successful candidate will be hired for the level of the position that aligns with their experience. Please note that the salary range provided corresponds to the lowest level of the position posted.
U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance (USBIF) is currently seeking a candidate to join our growing team of tax credit syndication professionals as a Project Manager (PM). The PM's responsibilities include underwriting, structuring, negotiating, and closing complex equity and debt investments with tax equity investors utilizing Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and/or New Markets Tax Credits (NMTC). The PM will prepare and negotiate legal documentation, prepare financial models, provide due diligence deliverables, obtain credit approval, and close investments.
Job Responsibilities:
Participate and support syndications Business Development Officers in the early-stage review of potential investments, complex deal structures, programs, and partners.
Engage and manage third party professionals including attorneys, accountants and consultants.
Review complex legal documents pertaining to structured credit arrangements and investments. Works with counsel and business partners to negotiate with investors and manage risks on behalf of USBIF.
Prepare, review, analyze and negotiate financial models and address investor questions and requests.
Prepare and provide diligence materials requested by investors, counsel and/or consultants in furtherance of investor's internal and external approval processes.
Reviews, analyzes and responds to questions or requests regarding the investment structure, underlying projects and/or USBIF.
Prepare, submit and obtain internal investment approvals.
Successfully transition closed investments to Syndication Fund Managers for ongoing management and investor relations.
Coordinate with internal and external USBIF departments to facilitate underwriting and closing of project-level loans and investments.
Close transactions in accordance with bank policies while managing customer expectations and timelines.
Participate in special projects, including the development and revision of internal policies and procedures, cross-functional and departmental efficiencies and strategic product development.
Actively ensure compliance with the U.S. Bank Code of Ethics and all Anti-Money Laundering, Bank Secrecy Act, and information security policies and procedures. Follow account opening procedures and internal suspicious activity referral requirements and processes.
Basic Qualifications
Typically Bachelor's degree and six or more years of related experience
OR
MBA/JD with three or more years of directly related experience
Preferred Skills/Experience
Experience within the affordable housing and/or new market tax credit industries.
Thorough understanding of tax credit investment programs and structures, along with knowledge of regulatory and company risk policies.
Knowledge of or experience with financial modeling techniques and/or legal document negotiation.
Ability to lead projects, mentor junior employees.
Strong knowledge of construction finance, legal documentation, real estate property management, and accounting.
Advanced ability to review and synthesize a large quantity of deal related documentation and materials, including third party reports, loan/investment documents, and other legal documents. Able to identify key issues and concerns, manage review timelines, and problem solve using creativity and innovation.
Excellent time management skills with the ability to effectively manage client timelines and needs.
Ability to identify obstacles and manage expectations, both internally and externally.
Effective listener and advanced communication skills, both oral and written.
Highly motivated self-starter who has a good attention to detail, growth mindset, and ability to be comfortable in periods of unpredictability.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
Demonstrated interest in promoting diversity in the workplace and a commitment to maximizing equitable access to the benefits of tax credit investments.
U.S. Bancorp Community Development Corporation d/b/a U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance, the tax credit and community development division of U.S. Bank, believes all people have a right to the possibilities that comes with living in a safe and vibrant community. The financing USBIF provides for affordable housing, economic development, and renewable energy projects have a lasting social and environmental impact in communities. Visit USBIF on the web to find out more at www.usbank.com/usbif (https://www.usbank.com/corporate-and-commercial-banking/solutions/credit-and-financing/impact-finance.html) .
Location Expectations
The role offers a hybrid/flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.
If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants (https://careers.usbank.com/global/en/disability-accommodations-for-applicants) .
Benefits:
Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:
Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law
Review our full benefits available by employment status here (https://careers.usbank.com/global/en/benefits/us) .
U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.
E-Verify
U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://careers.usbank.com/verification-of-eligibility-for-employment) .
The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $111,605.00 - $131,300.00
U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.
Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.
Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.
