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Connell Equipment Leasing Co.

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Sales Coordinator

Berkeley Heights, NJ · On-site

$72K - $76K/yr

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Connell Equipment Leasing Company (CELCO) is seeking a Sales Coordinator to support our Remarketing and Equipment Sales team. This position plays a critical role in keeping our operation running ...

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Director, Equipment Finance Business Development Build business partnerships. Close strategic deals ... Negotiate lease structure, pricing, and terms while balancing customer value with sound risk and ...

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As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for equipment leasing in the United States is $18.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is equipment leasing?

Equipment leasing is a financial arrangement where a business or individual rents equipment from a leasing company for a specified period, rather than purchasing it outright. This allows the lessee to use essential machinery, vehicles, or technology without the large upfront costs associated with buying. At the end of the lease term, the lessee may have the option to purchase the equipment, return it, or renew the lease. Equipment leasing can help businesses preserve cash flow, stay up-to-date with the latest technology, and manage short-term or seasonal equipment needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an equipment leasing specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Equipment Leasing Specialist, you need a solid understanding of finance, leasing regulations, and asset management, often supported by a degree in business or finance. Familiarity with leasing management software, financial analysis tools, and CRM systems is typically required. Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and communication skills help you stand out in client interactions and deal structuring. These skills are crucial for effectively managing leasing portfolios, ensuring compliance, and driving business growth.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in equipment leasing, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in equipment leasing often encounter challenges such as fluctuating market demand, keeping up with evolving equipment technology, and evaluating client creditworthiness. Managing these challenges typically involves staying informed about industry trends, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and clients, and working closely with risk assessment teams. In addition, effective communication and negotiation skills help address client concerns and tailor leasing solutions to unique business needs, ensuring both profitability and customer satisfaction.

What is the difference between Equipment Leasing vs Equipment Sales?

AspectEquipment LeasingEquipment Sales
Primary FocusProviding equipment through lease agreements for a set periodSelling equipment outright to customers
Revenue ModelLease payments over timeOne-time sale profit
Customer InteractionOngoing relationship, lease managementInitial transaction, less ongoing contact
Credentials NeededKnowledge of leasing laws, finance, equipment typesProduct knowledge, sales skills

Equipment leasing involves providing equipment to clients through lease agreements, focusing on ongoing payments and relationship management. Equipment sales, on the other hand, centers on selling equipment outright for immediate profit. Both roles require industry knowledge, but leasing emphasizes finance and contract management, while sales focus on product expertise and closing deals.

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Infographic showing various Equipment Leasing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,515 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Trade Finance & Equipment Leasing Finance, Counsel - Vice President

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$178K - $235K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

 SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG's shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization's extensive global network. The Group's operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $178,000.00 and $235,000.00. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.

Role Description

The Vice President and Counsel for Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) will work within the Legal Department and report to the Head of Trade Finance in the department's Lending Group, as a trade finance, equipment leasing and finance, and commercial lending subject matter expert.

Role Objectives

Primary responsibilities include: 

  • Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating documentation for trade finance, equipment leasing and finance and general commercial lending transactions, including reimbursement agreements and letter of credit matters, supply chain finance and inventory finance contracts and arrangements, trade receivables financing documentation, equipment leases, secured notes, equipment finance agreements, credit agreements, intercreditor agreements, engagement letters, commitment letters, fee letters, term sheets, and syndication documentation, including assignments, nonrecourse loan agreements, and participation agreements
  • Working closely with the front office and other internal stakeholders to assist with the structuring and coordination of such transactions
  • Supervising and managing external counsel
  • Identifying and analyzing U.S. and cross-border legal, regulatory, and market issues affecting supported business lines, including the legal risk associated with new products and activities
  • Maintaining and updating form documents
  • Providing periodic advice to other SMBC offices on matters of New York law and U.S. market practice
  • Participating in continuing legal education seminars and participating in relevant industry groups (e.g., LSTA, ELFA) in order to maintain current knowledge of developing law and market practice.
  • Collaborate and coordinate with attorneys in SMBC LDAD and other internal partners to ensure adherence to institutional standards and policies.  Escalate material issues and developments to senior attorneys and members of management.
Qualifications and Skills
  • Admission to the New York bar (or clear qualification of eligibility for waiving in from another jurisdiction with which New York has reciprocity) and a member of good standing of such bar.
  • 3-7 years minimum experience at a law firm or in-house legal department advising financial institutions on trade finance, equipment leasing/finance and bilateral and syndicated commercial lending transactions. Excellent legal and analytical skills.  Broad experience in trade finance and equipment leasing and finance, and bilateral and syndicated commercial lending transactions, with experience in insolvency and bankruptcy, cross-border financing, and workouts preferred. In-house experience or familiarity with banking environment a must.
  • Proven skills in legal risk management.  Ability to see past the question and understand the bigger picture. Ability to balance competing demands and protect institutional interests.  Ability to articulate complex concepts and ideas and apply them at a practical level to real-world situations. 
  • Excellent communication skills, technical drafting skills, and issue-spotting skills.  Ability to work under pressure, operate comfortably in a fast-paced, demanding environment, and manage a significant workload with minimal supervision.  Ability to think creatively and propose solutions. Collegial team player is a must.

SMBC's employees participate in a Hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process. Hybrid work may not be permitted for certain roles, including, for example, certain FINRA-registered roles for which in-office attendance for the entire workweek is required.

SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.

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