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IL0511 Chicago LPO, OH0701 Columbus Business Center Job Description About Northwest Sponsor Finance (NSF)Northwest Sponsor Finance (u201cNSFu201d), a division of Northwest Bank, provides senior credit facilities to private equity backed companies in the lower middle market. NSFu2019s professionals have collectively completed 200+ transactions representing $1B+ in commitments. As we continue to grow, weu2019re seeking an Analyst/Associate/Senior Associate to join our team and help underwrite and manage sponsor backed transactions across diverse industries. Why This Role Youu2019ll work side by side with senior investment professionals from first look through closeu2014and beyond. Expect meaningful reps in diligence, underwriting, financial modeling, credit memos, and documentation, plus portfolio management including upsizes, add ons, and amendments. Youu2019ll see the full deal lifecycle, get direct exposure to sponsors and management teams, and have a real voice in credit decisions. Essential Functions + Support the underwriting of credit facilities, including preparation of written documents including internal screen and other memos, term sheets and proposal letters, and credit approval presentations + Participate in the communication with transaction stakeholders including internal management and credit partners, subordinated lenders, private equity sponsors, and company/borrower + Prepare and manage financial models to support underwriting transactions. + Conduct industry research to supplement diligence materials and third-party reports + Assist with the support, preparation, and presentation of monthly portfolio company reviews + Ensure compliance with Northwestu2019s policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations + Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency + Work as part of a team + Work with on-site equipment Preferred Education and Work Experience + Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field + 2-6 years Due Diligence Accounting, Leveraged Finance, Investment Banking, Private Equity, or Private Credit/Direct Lending General Employee Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Ability to establish effective working relationships among team members and participate in solving problems and making decisions + Ability to present and express ideas and information clearly and concisely in a manner appropriate to the audience, whether oral or written + Ability to actively listen to what others are saying to achieve understanding, sharing information with others and facilitating the open exchange of ideas and information + Ability to establish courses of action for self to accomplish specific goals, develop and use tracking systems for monitoring own work progress, and effectively use resources such as time and information + Ability to make right decisions based on perceptive and analytical processes, practicing good judgment in gray areas + Excellent written and verbal communications skills. + Ability to multi-task and manage time and workload efficiently. + Strong work ethic and attention to detail. + Demonstrates effective working relationship with teammates. + Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) This role can be based from our Columbus, Ohio, or Chicago, Illinois, hub locations. Northwest is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. A t Northwest, weu2019re here for what's next. Whether we're finding opportunities for families, businesses and communities or opening doors for our team, we share a passion for helping the people around us succeed. And we know that in order to provide the highest level of care, we need to understand unique experiences and perspectives. That's why, whether you're interested in a corporate role or something customer-facing, your talent and voice matter. Here, you belong. Working at Northwest, you'll find that we recognize our employees for the important work they do through competitive compensation and benefits, professional development opportunities and by regularly celebrating wins along the way. So, take a look at the opportunities here. And join us as we move into the future making a difference for the people we serve.