Job Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled professional to join our team as a Credit Risk Specialist. The successful candidate will be responsible for evaluating counterparty credit risk and ensuring the bank's assets are protected.
Key Responsibilities:
* Evaluate counterparty credit risk of a portfolio of banks, sovereign entities, insurance companies, hedge funds, and family offices based on a solid understanding of the counterparty's risk profile, business environment, exposure, and financial performance.
* Prepare counterparty reviews/transactional credit proposals drawing conclusions relating to credit assessment, risk appetite, exposure drivers, and business prospects.
* Hold delegated credit authority (within established risk-based limits) to approve new trades or make recommendations to higher authority levels within Credit.
* Perform ad hoc credit risk analysis and portfolio deep dive when necessary.
* Participate in portfolio reviews to identify risk developments or concentrations.
* Exercise judgment and escalate decisions of high-risk trades to higher authority levels, as needed.
* Ensure all regulatory requests, audit items, and operational risk issues are dealt with in a disciplined, timely, and efficient manner.
Your Expertise
* You hold a university degree in finance, economics, engineering, or mathematics.
* You possess strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
* Ideal candidates have 7 years of professional experience in a similar position or related financial services role.
* You have a solid understanding of financial markets and trading products.
* Excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to the bank's success. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please apply.