SVP/MD Global Sponsor Finance, GE Capital Solution Franchise

CITY: Phoenix STATE: Arizona COUNTRY: USA Essential Functions (Responsibilities):
Global Sponsor Finance provides innovative, leveraged financing solutions to US and European small, mid and large-cap private equity sponsors; including buyouts, acquisitions, growth and recapitalizations.

*Responsible for originating all sponsor-related deal activity on behalf of GE Commercial FinanceCapital Solutions, Franchise Finance Group.

*Maintain and grow a sourcing network in the equity sponsor community to achieve established origination, new dollar volume and AACV, for Franchise Finance product and for generating future deals; building/maintaining/upgrading Equity Sponsor relationships.

*Develop corporate finance solutions to sponsor affiliated franchisors/franchisees, and operators in the restaurant sector; structure, negotiate and close complex corporate finance/capital markets transactions consistent with strategy to achieve aggressive volume and profitability goals

*Assist other team members in restaurant and franchise finance transactions to meet the overall new business targets of the team, region and business including deal referrals, support with sponsors, introduction of new product ideas, etc.

*Drive underwriting and closing processes to ensure that customer's expectations are met without compromising controllership standards and GECFF's investment parameters

*Collaborate with portfolio manager in handling difficult/sensitive negotiations with sponsors on portfolio matters related to media and communications products.

*Effectively mine investments in related sponsor funds.

*Cross-sell products and services of other GE units.

*Educate, Coach and Mentor VPs, AVPs and Associates in developing key originator competencies (ensure exposure via customer visits and outings).

Qualifications/Requirements:
*Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of academics and/or work experience in Finance or Business Administration.

*Minimum of 10 years of related experience accompanied by leadership experience, with demonstrated track record in the same.

*2 years expertise in restaurant and/or franchise industries and related products.

*Significant experience in financial sponsor/cash flow lending, community;active direct calling and negotiating experience

*Strong knowledge of leveraged transaction structures and capital markets products and capabilities including senior secured and subordinated debt and equity

* 25-60% travel is required.

Desired:
*Excellent analytical skills.

*Highly developed interpersonal skills, as well as strong oral and written communication skills.

*Possess sound business judgment.

*Ability to develop strong working relationships with business unit managers.

*MBA, FMP or GE Internal Audit (a plus)

General:
We thank everyone who submits their resume for this opportunity. Due to the volume of resumes we receive, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.


We offer a competitive salary, outstanding benefits package and the professional advantages of an environment that supports your development and recognizes your achievements. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.