Risk Lead

This role entails providing expert credit analysis and comprehensive risk management oversight for private capital clients (private equity, private debt, real assets etc). Key responsibilities include performing thorough transaction due diligence to ensure the integrity and viability of each deal. Additionally, the role involves determining the risk/return ratio and establishing the associated limit framework at the client level for standard risk transactions, as well as assigning and approving credit ratings. You will play a crucial role in independently challenging the business and escalating issues when necessary, making informed decisions and approvals within their allocated authority level.

Your key responsibilities:

• Undertaking initial credit due diligence for new structured transactions by conducting meetings with relevant personnel at the fund manager.
• Reviewing and approving ancillary transaction requests for such funds, which typically include FX hedging and deal contingent trades.
• Playing a pivotal role in the legal documentation process to ensure that appropriate credit covenants are included in legal agreements.
• Maintain ongoing dialogue and due diligence with clients, preparing annual credit reviews and written reports that outline areas such as the background of the fund management company, investment strategy of underlying funds, and performance.
• Managing the risk and exposures within their portfolio on an ongoing basis, utilising various credit risk management and product monitoring systems within Deutsche Bank.
• Working with the bank’s Collateral Management team as required to resolve any margin or collateral issues.
• Stay informed about market developments affecting the private capital sector, such as regulatory issues or stress in particular asset classes.

Your skills and experience:

• Industry experience in managing credit risk. The ideal candidate will also have prior experience in managing structured credit transactions.
• Knowledge of the private capital sector, including an understanding of a broad range of investment strategies and their associated risks.
• Product knowledge covering all major derivative instruments, with a full understanding of their respective risk characteristics. The ability to calculate and quantify transaction risk is desirable but not essential.
• Understanding of facility agreements and master trading documentation, particularly International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA).

How we’ll support you:

• Training and development to help you excel in your career.
• Flexible working to assist you balance your personal priorities.
• Coaching and support from experts in your team.
• A culture of continuous learning to aid progression.
• We value diversity and as an equal opportunities’ employer, we make reasonable adjustments for those with a disability such as the provision of assistive equipment if required (e.g. screen readers, assistive hearing devices, adapted keyboards).

About us:

Deutsche Bank is the leading German bank with strong European roots and a global network. Deutsche Bank in the UK is proud to have been named in The Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality 2024 for five consecutive years. Additionally, we have been awarded a Gold Award from Stonewall and named in their Top 100 Employers 2024 for our work supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion. We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively. Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group. We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.