Assistant Manager

STAR SERVICES LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial services provider based in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager Credit. This role requires strong financial analysis and credit assessment skills, along with a bachelor's degree in Commerce or Finance. The candidate will support the Head of Credit & Risk in credit applications, regulatory compliance, and risk management. Ideal applicants will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in a related role within the banking or finance sector and will demonstrate strong analytical and interpersonal skills. The position offers the opportunity to work closely with diverse teams while safeguarding portfolio quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in Credit & Risk within a bank or finance company.
• Strong financial analysis and credit assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining credit and risk management policies.
• Analyse financial statements and market trends to identify credit risks.
• Conduct credit checks and prepare credit proposals.
• Collaborate with business teams to maintain strong client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and monitor quarterly risk reports and regulatory submissions.
• Support portfolio monitoring and annual reviews.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Financial modelling

Risk assessment tools

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Finance

Job description

About the job Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager Credit

Location

Abu Dhabi

Reports To

Head of Credit & Risk

Purpose

Support the Head of Credit & Risk in assessing, underwriting, and approving credit applications within company policy, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and effective risk management in line with board-approved risk appetite.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining credit and risk management policies.
• Analyse financial statements, business models, and market trends to identify and mitigate credit risks.
• Conduct detailed credit checks, review securities, and prepare comprehensive credit proposals.
• Collaborate with business teams to safeguard portfolio quality while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Central Bank and other regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and monitor portfolio MIS, quarterly risk reports, and regulatory submissions.
• Support portfolio monitoring and annual reviews.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Commerce/Finance.
• Minimum 5 years experience in Credit & Risk within a bank or finance company.
• Strong financial analysis and credit assessment skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and sound judgment.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, risk assessment tools, and MS Office.