Institutional Client Group Relationship Manager – Private Equity Coverage

U.S. Bank

. Develop and manage senior-level relationships with private equity firms and financial sponsors across the middle market and large-cap segments.

Posted 4/27/2026full-timeNew York City • Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $214,795 - $252,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and manage senior-level relationships with private equity firms and financial sponsors across the middle market and large-cap segments.
Originate leveraged finance, corporate loan, and related banking opportunities for sponsor-backed transactions, including acquisitions, recapitalizations, refinancings, and growth financings.
Lead deal structuring, credit analysis, and transaction execution in coordination with Credit Risk Management, Portfolio Management, and Capital Markets partners.
Serve as the primary point of contact for sponsors, ensuring a consistent, high-quality client experience.
Oversee complex credit requests and presentations, ensuring alignment with risk appetite, underwriting standards, and return objectives.
Collaborate with internal product partners (Capital Markets, Derivatives, Investment Banking, etc.) to deliver integrated client solutions.
Monitor industry trends and sponsor strategies to proactively identify opportunities and potential risks.
Support the development and execution of sponsor coverage and business development strategies to drive sustainable growth and profitability.
Maintain a strong understanding of market conditions, leverage trends, documentation standards, and competitive dynamics.
Uphold bank policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements while fostering a strong risk and compliance culture.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; Master’s degree a plus.
10–15+ years of experience in commercial banking, leveraged finance, private equity coverage, or sponsor-focused credit roles.
Demonstrated experience originating and managing leveraged finance or sponsor-backed transactions.
Proven ability to manage complex client relationships at senior decision-making levels.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
Basic term and optional term life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Pregnancy disability and parental leave
401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
Adoption assistance
Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

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Hard Skills & Tools

leveraged financecredit analysistransaction executiondeal structuringfinancial modelingrisk managementunderwritingportfolio managementbusiness developmentclient relationship management

Soft Skills

communicationleadershipclient servicestrategic thinkingcollaborationproblem-solvingnegotiationanalytical skillsinterpersonal skillsorganizational skills

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree