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Professionals in Debt Syndicate roles often face the challenge of coordinating complex transactions under tight deadlines, while managing relationships with both issuers and investors. Navigating fluctuating market conditions and regulatory requirements adds further pressure, making adaptability and strong communication skills essential. Applicants can prepare by staying updated on current fixed income market trends, honing their analytical abilities, and developing a collaborative mindset to work efficiently with internal teams such as sales, trading, and legal. Demonstrating the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment will also set candidates apart.

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To thrive as a Debt Syndicate professional, you need a solid understanding of capital markets, fixed income products, and strong quantitative and analytical skills, often supported by a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with Bloomberg, Excel, and deal management platforms, as well as knowledge of regulatory guidelines, are typically required. Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities set individuals apart in managing issuers, investors, and internal stakeholders. These skills are essential for effectively structuring, pricing, and distributing debt offerings in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

What is a debt syndicate?

A debt syndicate is a group of investment banks or financial institutions that work together to underwrite and distribute new debt securities, such as bonds or loans, to investors. The syndicate structure allows the risk and responsibility of issuing large amounts of debt to be shared among multiple institutions. This process ensures efficient placement of the securities in the market and helps issuers access larger pools of capital. Debt syndicate teams play a critical role in pricing, marketing, and allocating new issues to investors.
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Infographic showing various Debt Syndicate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,470 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Director, Debt Capital Markets

First Merchants Bank

Monroe, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


First Merchants Bank rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

90th of 171 rated banks


Job description

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Director, Debt Capital Markets to join our team! This position will partner with the Managing Director, Debt Capital Markets to support and implement the growth strategies to facilitate the distribution of syndicated credit facilities, establish and grow key relationships with partner banks, and acquire/manage a portfolio of syndicated loans.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Active in-person calling program with existing Bank Partners and on Bank Prospects.
    1. Ability to Interface with Senior Executives at Partner Banks to articulate First Merchants expertise and capabilities in leading transactions.
    2. Understand our Bank Partners underwriting and return criteria by asset class.
    3. Understand our Bank Partners approval process and response time to FMB opportunities.
    4. Maintain tracking database on Bank Partners.
  2. Assist with management of individual sell side transactions through the Syndication process.
    1. Identify potential universe of Banks who might partner on a given opportunity.
    2. Manage Early Assessment process with identified banks.
    3. Manage communication with banks as deal moves through Syndication process.
    4. Communicate with Structure team and Relationship Managers on feedback from Banks on in market opportunities.
    5. Contributor to Credit Information Memorandum and Confidential Flash Memorandum.
  3. Assist in the Loan Structuring of New Opportunities based on knowledge gained from working with Bank Partners and Bank Prospects.
  4. Schedule and participate in calls with Managing Director, Debt Capital Markets.
  5. Manage Approved Bank Partner list including criteria to add or remove Partners.
  6. Contribute to the development of marketing/collateral material for Debt Capital Markets.
  7. Utilize bank reporting tools to ensure syndication exposure are properly documented and tracked, and prepare various scheduled management reports.
  8. Assist with projects and in developing new or refining existing efficiencies and processes as required.
  9. Remain current with all applicable regulations.

Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, economics, finance, marketing, mathematics or a related field.
  • A minimum of seven (7) years of relationship management, capital markets, or related experiences in the financial services industry.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Master’s degree in business administration
  • Previous experience with Syndicated Credit Facilities including loan documentation for commercial and real estate companies is a plus.

First Merchants offers the following:

  • Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401k
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Vacation/Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

Apply today to begin your career with us!


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