Assistant Vice President (AVP) Commercial Loan Closer

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position.

Our purpose – Opening up a world of opportunity – explains why we exist. Here at HSBC we use our unique expertise, capabilities, breadth and perspectives to open up new kinds of opportunity for our more than 40 million customers. We’re bringing together the people, ideas and capital that nurture progress and growth, helping to create a better world – for our customers, our people, our investors, our communities and the planet we all share.

HSBC is looking for an experienced Commercial Loan Closer to manage the documentation and closing of a diverse, complex portfolio of commercial banking transactions, including syndicated deals. You’ll take ownership from assignment through closing, working with internal partners and external counsel to deliver accurate, timely, compliant loan closings.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring transactions are closed accurately, on time, and in line with HSBC procedures and regulatory expectations—helping protect the bank while enabling clients’ deals to complete smoothly.

As our Assistant Vice President (AVP) Commercial Loan Closer, you will: 

• Review approved credit terms, including key financial components, and ensure documentation aligns to approvals
• Complete system checks and due diligence reviews to support a smooth closing process
• Draft loan documentation in line with approved credit terms, policy, and credit standards
• Identify issues early, propose practical solutions, and work with the business to resolve operational or legal risks
• Engage and direct external lending counsel (as needed) to prepare documents to required standards
• Close loans in line with established procedures, including:
  • funding and booking
  • confirming fees/expenses are accurate, documented, and collected
  • ensuring HSBC security interests are properly perfected
• Coordinate closing activity across relationship managers, internal/external attorneys, and borrower’s counsel
• Transmit complete and accurate loan information to Servicing to enable effective post-close administration
• Escalate where requirements can’t be met and propose alternative scenarios to enable closing

You´ll likely have the following skills to succeed in this role:

• Paralegal certificate or Bachelor’s degree (business or related field) — or equivalent experience
• Progressive commercial loan closing experience within a bank or financial institution, including hands-on experience closing syndicated loans
• Strong working knowledge of commercial loan documentation, commercial loan products, risk management, and servicing principles
• Understanding of relevant state laws governing commercial mortgages
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage high volume transactions at any time
• Confident decision-making and problem-solving skills, able to work independently and leverage attorneys and business partners effectively
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

As an HSBC employee, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. We offer a competitive pay and benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, all in a welcoming and inclusive work environment. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!

Your final fixed pay offer will depend on the candidate and several variables, including but not limited to, role responsibilities, skill set, depth of experience and education, licensing/certification requirements, internal relativity, and specific work location.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, race, national origin, ethnicity, disability or medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran service, religion, creed, sex, gender, pregnancy, childbirth, caregiver status, marital status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other trait protected by applicable law.