At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead credit risk assessments and manage leveraged finance portfolios across EMEA.
- Company: Join a top-tier global financial institution in London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £150,000 and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Collaborate with senior stakeholders and contribute to strategic credit initiatives.
- Why this job: Make impactful decisions in a dynamic financial environment with senior management exposure.
- Qualifications: Must have direct Leveraged Finance Credit Risk experience in a banking setting.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
We are working with a leading global financial institution on hiring in their London based Leveraged Finance Credit team. This is a senior credit risk position with responsibility for the assessment, approval and ongoing management of leveraged finance exposures across the EMEA business.
Please note: candidates must have direct Leveraged Finance Credit Risk experience gained within a bank. Applications without this specific experience will not be considered.
The role:
- Provide senior credit oversight across a portfolio of Leveraged Finance exposures
- Assess and approve new transactions, with delegated credit authority and responsibility for making recommendations to senior management
- Act as a senior credit partner to relationship management, origination and distribution teams
- Provide challenge and guidance on complex transactions, identifying potential risks and breaches of risk appetite
- Contribute to credit strategy, risk appetite and portfolio management
- Provide direction and oversight to credit professionals within the team
- Represent the credit function at senior internal forums across EMEA and globally
Experience required:
- Proven Leveraged Finance Credit Risk experience
- Experience gained within a banking environment, ideally a Tier 1 financial institution
- Strong credit assessment and risk management capabilities
- Deep knowledge of leveraged finance products and credit risk principles
- Experience managing complex credit decisions and senior stakeholder relationships
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements relating to credit
- Excellent judgement, communication and decision-making skills
Leveraged Finance Credit Risk - Director employer: Simmons & Hanbury
Simmons & Hanbury is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the legal field. With a strong focus on employee growth, the firm provides ample opportunities for professional development, particularly in the exciting energy sector across Africa. Located in London, employees benefit from a vibrant city atmosphere while enjoying relocation support and visa sponsorship, making it an attractive choice for both UK and international talent.
