Upstart is hiring a

Senior Manager, Capital Markets

San Mateo, United States

About Upstart

Upstart is a leading AI lending marketplace partnering with banks and credit unions to expand access to affordable credit. By leveraging Upstart's AI marketplace, Upstart-powered banks and credit unions can have higher approval rates and lower loss rates across races, ages, and genders, while simultaneously delivering the exceptional digital-first lending experience their customers demand. More than two-thirds of Upstart loans are approved instantly and are fully automated.

Upstart is a digital-first company, which means that most Upstarters live and work anywhere in the United States. However, we also have offices in San Mateo, California; Columbus, Ohio; and Austin, Texas.

Most Upstarters join us because they connect with our mission of enabling access to effortless credit based on true risk. If you are energized by the impact you can make at Upstart, we’d love to hear from you!

The Team

Upstart’s Marketplace Lending Platform is largely funded by institutional investors. Upstart’s Capital Markets team is charged with expanding the company’s reach across the institutional world. We structure and execute deals across forward flow, asset sales, securitizations, and warehouse / term financing. The Structured Products team within Capital Markets oversees Upstart’s securitization and financing programs. Upstart has been an active issuer in the asset-backed securities (“ABS”) markets since 2017 with over $9 billion in aggregate issuance to date. 

As the Senior Manager of Capital Markets, Structured Products at Upstart, you will lead the development of Upstart’s securitization and warehouse programs. You have a strong track record within structured finance and are energized by building relationships across Capital Markets participants. This is a high visibility role and opportunity to build a best-in-class Structured Products Function at a well-established and high-growth fintech. 

How you’ll make an impact

  • Develop strategy for Upstart’s securitization issuance plan and asset-backed financings
  • Drive structural improvements / efficiencies of existing asset-backed and pass-thru programs 
  • Manage third party relationships (e.g. investment banks, rating agencies, auditors, and investors)
  • Partner with cross functional team members to navigate downstream implications of deal work
  • Coach and mentor other team members, including direct reports

Minimum Qualifications 

  • 10+ years of relevant experience in Capital Markets - Structured Finance or Structured Products 
  • Strong track record of team-building and ability to collaborate effectively across a growing organization 
  • Experience managing institutional investor relationships
  • Familiarity with financing term sheets and deal transaction documents 
  • Level-headed and adaptable within a dynamic, fast-paced environment 

Preferred Qualifications

  • MBA or capital markets related certification is a plus
  • Experience with marketplace or personal unsecured sector 

 

Position location This role is available in the following locations: San Mateo, CA or New York City, NY 

Time zone requirements The team operates on the East/West coast time zones.

Travel requirements As a digital first company, the majority of your work can be accomplished remotely. The majority of our employees can live and work anywhere in the U.S but are encouraged to to still spend high quality time in-person collaborating via regular onsites. The in-person sessions’ cadence varies depending on the team and role.

 

What you'll love: 

  • Competitive Compensation (base + bonus & equity)
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with Health Savings Account contributions from Upstart 
  • 401(k) with 100% company match up to $4,500 and immediate vesting and after-tax savings
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Generous holiday, vacation, sick and safety leave  
  • Supportive parental, family care, and military leave programs
  • Annual wellness, technology & ergonomic reimbursement programs
  • Social activities including team events and onsites, all-company updates, employee resource groups (ERGs), and other interest groups such as book clubs, fitness, investing, and volunteering
  • Catered lunches + snacks & drinks when working in offices

 

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At Upstart, your base pay is one part of your total compensation package.  The anticipated base salary for this position is expected to be within the below range. Your actual base pay will depend on your geographic location–with our “digital first” philosophy, Upstart uses compensation regions that vary depending on location. Individual pay is also determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

In addition, Upstart provides employees with target bonuses, equity compensation, and generous benefits packages (including medical, dental, vision, and 401k).

United States | Remote - Anticipated Base Salary Range
$179,400$248,500 USD

Upstart is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that underrepresented classes receive better access to affordable credit, and are just as committed to embracing diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices. We celebrate all cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, and know that we can only become better together. 

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please email [email protected]

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