Sr. RM, Community Development Lending & Investment

at KeyCorp in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Location:227 West Monroe Street - Chicago, Illinois 60606

ABOUT THE BUSINESS:
KeyBank is committed to growingtheir National Affordable Housing Platform through theirCommunity Development Lending & Investment group ("CDLI"). CDLI's mission is to help clients and communities thrive. CDLI provides capital solutions for affordable housing and community development projects in urban and rural communities. As one of the nation's premier affordable housing capital providers, CDLI offers one-stop-shop debt and equity/investment capabilities that bring together balance sheet, equity/investment and permanent loan offerings. Non-profit and for-profit affordable housing owner-operators and developers seeking to build, acquire and preserve affordable housing can leverage CDLI's broad, fully integrated platform, including solutions such as: construction; acquisition; bridge-to-re-syndication and preservation loans; lines of credit; various permanent loan executions including Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA/HUD and bonds; and equity investments for low-income housing projects, especially Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) financing. With a national presence and an experienced team of more than 50 professionals serving clients coast to coast, CDLI delivers deep product and solution expertise to help local affordable housing and economicdevelopment projects succeed.

ABOUT THE JOB:
Originator to market, structure, negotiate and originate low-income housing tax credit investments. The originator will be responsible for sourcing opportunities, developing and maintaining relationships.

WHAT YOU'LL GET FROM THIS OPPORTUNITY:
A competitive base salary + annual discretionary bonus.
Generous benefits - 401(k) matching (dollar-for-dollar up to 7%), PTO, fitness and tuition reimbursement and so much more.
On the job training and access to a library of on-demand professional development tools, training courses, and a formal enterprise mentoring program.
You will build deep client relationships with owners and investors of affordable housing properties.
You will have the opportunity to "own" / manage the region and market for which you are aligned. We look for people who have a book of business and can manage existing relationships.
Join a growing and expanding team rooted in economic reward for the communities in which we live and play for long term sustainability in affordable housing.
Access to internal partners and leadership based on Key's Regional Bank size.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Originate affordable housing multi-family investments with both existing and new clients
Identify and maintain relationships with high profile clients and prospects, organizations and agencies involved in the affordable housing industry
Develop marketing plans and strategies for specific regions and clientele, in conjunction with other teams within the organization
Create an approach to cross-sell all aspects of financial solutions and bank products to clients
Negotiate, secure and structure transactions up front to ensure that the viability of the real estate is maintained for the term of the Partnership
Awareness of competition and trends within the affordable housing industry

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
3 years of LIHTC originations experience, 5-7 years experience in low income housing tax credit investments,
Knowledge of community development lending, or commercial real estate lending programs including Fannie, Freddie, and HUD is a plus
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Urban Planning or Real Estate.
Experience implementing creative selling and innovative problem solving techniques
Proven ability to drive a business development effort individually and as a part of a team
Proven ability to work with a wide range of clients, including for-profit and non-profit developers and housing authorities of all sizes and varying levels of sophistication
Proven experience and broad understanding of LIHTC investments, tax exempt bond financing and other government loan programs for housing development and other non-traditional investment products and programs
Demonstrated sensitivity to the financial needs of low-to-moderate income individuals/communities and the developers and non-profit partners that serve them
Demonstrated proficiency in executing a disciplined sales process
Strong knowledge of financial markets
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to travel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Recognition as an affordable housing and/or community development industry... For full info follow application link.

KeyCorp is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.