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VP, Credit Risk (Project Finance & Credit Sanctioning)

London Permanent View Job Description
This is a fantastic London based opportunity for an experienced VP level candidate to join my clients Credit Risk team where you will be focusing on structured credit (project finance) across the EMEA region.This role involves evaluating risk for primarily project finance credits, with broader exposure across asset acquisition financing, asset finance (aviation, shipping, and real estate), and related derivatives.
  • A fantastic opportunity to join a leading Credit Risk team
  • London based, full time and permanent role

About Our Client

International Bank with a broad presence in deal activity across Europe and beyond

Job Description

The team are responsible for risk evaluation of financing proposals across EMEA, including project finance, asset acquisition financing, asset finance (aviation, shipping, real estate), and related derivatives. As a VP it is expected that you will have experience of credit sanctioning in your current/previous role.

  • Provide guidance to the front office to ensure a consistent credit approach, covering procedures, risk articulation, and risk appetite guidance for balanced decision-making.
  • Conduct risk evaluations and monitor project finance credits.
  • Provide guidance to the front office on credit procedures, risk mitigation, and decision-making.
  • Prepare detailed and well-articulated credit papers.
  • Monitor debtors and industry sub-sectors within an assigned portfolio.
  • Collaborate with various teams to develop solutions for problematic cases - in particular with origination, front office credit, and portfolio management teams.



The Successful Applicant

  • A solid background in project finance - at least 6 years of solid PF exposure
  • You must demonstrable experience of credit sanctioning
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in a major financial institution or relevant experience with a ratings agency.
  • Strong knowledge of lending structures, cash-flow analysis, and market trends.
  • Excellent communication and writing skills.
  • Ability to manage transactions from inception to approval independently.
  • Flexibility to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

What's on Offer

A competitive compensation package and generous benefits package

A collaborative team environment

Modern offices in a central location

Contact
Nicola Mcguane
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6687174
Phone number
+44 207 776 5927

Job summary

Job function
Banking & Financial Services
Subsector
Debt / Structured Finance
Sector
Financial Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nicola Mcguane
Consultant phone
+44 207 776 5927
Job reference
JN-032025-6687174