FIG Credit Director - SSFF in City of Westminster

Responsibilities

• Act as primary credit coverage for private credit portfolio lending within Senior Secured Fund Finance (SSFF), ensuring robust assessment and oversight of all related transactions.
• Review, challenge, and approve credit proposals recommended by first‑line defence teams, maintaining high standards of due diligence and regulatory compliance.
• Develop globally consistent risk appetite frameworks for SSFF products in alignment with MUFG’s strategic objectives and evolving regulatory expectations.
• Present complex transaction structures and risk frameworks to senior management for discussion and approval, providing clear recommendations based on thorough analysis.
• Support junior staff by delivering training sessions, sharing knowledge on SSFF products, and ensuring effective task allocation for seamless trade execution.
• Collaborate closely with regional FIG teams in EMEA and Tokyo, as well as other risk management functions, to enhance product offerings and risk frameworks.
• Monitor portfolio performance by establishing efficient monitoring systems with first‑line stakeholders, identifying key risks early and taking proactive action when necessary.
• Engage in regular dialogue with managers whose teams are involved in SSFF activities to ensure sufficient capacity and optimal resource allocation.
• Work with legal teams, clients, and internal stakeholders to set credit risk‑related terms in trading documentation that mitigate potential risks effectively.
• Participate in multi‑department projects aimed at enhancing monitoring efficiency, developing new systems, or improving risk measurement processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• Significant experience managing credit risk within major financial institutions, particularly involving private credit portfolios such as Senior Secured Fund Finance (minimum five years).
• Comprehensive understanding of private credit funds’ investment strategies with proven ability to analyze associated risks and mitigations.
• Demonstrated familiarity with portfolio‑based lending on a non‑recourse basis as well as deep knowledge of relevant legal documentation and structural standards.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification is essential; possession of a Master’s degree or relevant industry accreditation would be advantageous.
• Experience working with common loan client types such as middle‑market corporates, insurance companies, or service providers is beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills enabling you to convey complex credit arguments clearly and concisely to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Proven interest in developing new skills—both personally and within your team—while nurturing an inclusive environment built on knowledge sharing.
• Ability to operate calmly under pressure while managing multiple priorities efficiently; strong sense of accountability coupled with sound judgement skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite alongside familiarity with data aggregation tools used for monitoring purposes within large financial institutions.
• Understanding of key regulatory frameworks impacting credit risk management within banking environments is considered beneficial.
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