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US Bank Optimization Transaction Manager Category Corporate 
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis 
515464033

13.12.2024


• Lead all aspects of the balance sheet optimization transaction lifecycle
• Monitor the various markets for optimization activities and maintain awareness and knowledge of related deal flow and new advents in the space
• Generate ideas and evaluate opportunities for balance sheet optimization
• Model the relative economics of a variety of structures and transactions features versus alternatives and form recommendations
• Collaborate with internal and external legal counsel to coordinate drafting and review of transaction legal documents
• Develop strategies which incorporate balance sheet optimization products in furtherance of the strategic goals of the Company
• Build and foster relationships with internal partners, investors, external counsel, ratings agencies, peers, investment banks, regulators, etc.
• Ongoing management of the existing portfolio of transactions
• Design and build operational processes to support outstanding transactions and enhance program capabilities. Create and maintain documentation including policies, procedures, and controls related to the transaction lifecycle.
• Design and create reporting used to monitor performance of outstanding transactions and provide insights into capacity for additional opportunities
• Interface with various internal stakeholders to understand their optimization needs and recommend how best to satisfy their needs in order to support their business
• Participate in regular second- and third-line reviews, audits, and exams.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to establish operational processes required to support various transaction features


- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
- Eight or more years of related experience


Preferred Skills/Experience
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills
• Highly effective at leading without formal authority
• Ability to work under pressure and in high paced environment
• Ability to resolve complex problems in a short time frame
• Ability to work in a highly time-sensitive and dynamic environment
• Capital Markets knowledge. Experience with structured products, credit derivatives, or interest rate derivatives a plus
• In depth knowledge of finance concepts and cash flow modeling
• Working experience with rating agencies, underwriters, legal counsel and audit firms
• Database and/or programming skills (SQL, Python, etc)
• Power BI design experience a plus
• Bank ALM experience a plus
• Basic understanding of bank regulatory and capital framework
• Working knowledge of consumer products (autos, mortgages, credit card), fund finance, and large / SME corporates

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

  • 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

EEO is the Law

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the .

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $133,365.00 - $156,900.00 - $172,590.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Job postings typically remain open for approximately 20 days of the posting date listed above, however the job posting may be closed earlier should it be determined the position is no longer required due to business need. Job postings in areas with a high volume of applicants, such as customer service, contact center, and Financial Crimes investigations, remain open for approximately 5 days of the posting listed date.