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Loan Origination Associate I

J.P. Morgan

J.P. Morgan

Newark, DE, USA
Posted on Jan 29, 2026

Description

Join a team that supports your career growth, advancement and expanding opportunities! At JPMorgan Chase we take pride in valuing our employees’ individualities, while supporting an inclusive culture of teamwork.

As a Deal Set Up and Funding Associate, your primary focus will be supporting the facilitation of syndicated loans of Fortune 500 companies through the deal closing process to help ensure they reach their financial goals. While utilizing effective communication skills, it is important that you focus on partnerships between the front office, legal, transaction coordinators and the account servicing teams to deliver a first-class client experience.

Wholesale Lending Services (WLS) is part of the Commercial Bank. JPMorgan Chase & Co’s Commercial Bank provides lending services to multiple business units across the firm and around the world. The organization provides loan documentation, closing and funding, payment and fee processing, syndication loan trade processing, credit administration, collateral management, customer service and reporting; and construction management.

Job Responsibilities
  • Initiate collaboration across multiple teams to effectively interpret loan documentation for accurate processing of new deals and Amendments
  • Own coordination of closing related fees and principal payments
  • Maintain accountability for gathering all required documentation prior to deal closing while working with Transaction Coordinators and other partners
  • Actively manage and prioritize a pipeline of assigned transactions with various levels of complexities
  • Govern and reconcile exception reports related to recently closed transactions
  • Consistently provide accurate data while maintaining a low quality control error rate
  • Demonstrate ability to become a subject matter expert and work independently to complete transactions

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • General understanding of Finance and Loan products
  • Basic understanding of Microsoft Office
  • Self-motivated with a team-oriented mindset
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize
  • Ability to foster and maintain professional relationships
  • Exceptional communication skills

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

  • Commercial Banking experience
  • Syndicated Loan experience
  • LOAN IQ experience

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans


J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
As a Deal Set Up and Funding Associate, your primary focus will be supporting the facilitation of syndicated loans.