Citi
New York New York United States
The Leveraged Finance Underwriting team (“LFU”) is seeking a Director to join the North America team. The Director is an experienced Senior Underwriter level professional who will work with the team’s Underwriters to lead a best-in-class Leveraged Lending In-Business Credit organization with the primary goal of materially enhancing Citi’s end-to-end Leveraged Lending credit management process.
LFU Directors are actively involved in Citi’s credit approval and origination process for leveraged finance transactions, as well as providing ongoing oversight of Citi’s credit monitoring and portfolio management activities, supporting Citi’s Leveraged Sponsor-owned, Leveraged Corporate, Commercial and Venture Lending clients.
Our Senior Underwriters have a comprehensive understanding of a wide range of complex financial issues facing our clients and can provide the opportunity to further develop an enhanced set of core credit skills. Combined with an appreciation of the broad set of services offered by Citi, this understanding allows us to effectively deliver innovative solutions to our clients, as well as properly manage the credit exposure within global Citi’s Leveraged Lending Portfolio.
Role and Responsibilities
Risk Management
Credit Risk
Full time
New York New York United States
$200,000.00 - $300,000.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
Analytical Thinking, Credible Challenge, Financial Analysis, Governance, Policy, Procedure, and Regulation, Risk Management Lifecycle.
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
Sep 23, 2026
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