Head of Corporate Credit Review

Huxley Associates; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a senior professional to manage the Corporate Credit and Market Risks Review Unit. The role involves overseeing credit and market risk reviews, preparing strategic plans, and ensuring adherence to policies. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience in credit risk management.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in credit or credit review.
• 5 years in a senior position at a leading bank.
• Extensive knowledge of credit risk management processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Global Head of Audit Risk Review in program structure.
• Prepare Strategic Plan for risk review program.
• Review audit reports for senior management and the board.

Skills

Credit Risk Management

Portfolio Quality Review

Credit Policies Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or Finance

Certification in Credit Risk Management or CA/CPA

Job description

To manage the Corporate Credit and Market Risks Review Unit effectively and efficiently. To oversee Credit and Market Risk Reviews of corporate, financial institutions, remedial assets, stress testing, and market risk processes under the approved Audit and Risk Review Manual and the Credit Risk Review manual, ensuring the organization's objectives and strategies are met within a well-controlled framework to protect the company from franchise, legal, or financial risks.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist the Global Head of Audit Risk Review in establishing the structure of the Corporate Credit and Market Risk Review program. Coordinate with the Head of Retail Credit Risk Review to prepare staffing needs and budgets.
2. Prepare a Strategic Plan for the Credit and Market Risk Review program, prioritizing reviews based on risk issues and follow-up activities.
3. Plan review assignments to maintain professional standards.
4. Review audit reports for senior management and the board, ensuring final reports and executive summaries are published.
5. Provide feedback on the Bank's Credit Policy and Procedures regarding their practicality and adequacy.
6. Recommend revisions or updates to credit policies and underwriting standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Accounting, or Finance from a recognized institution. Certification in Credit Risk Management or CA/CPA is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in credit or credit review of corporate portfolios, including 5 years in a senior position at a leading bank.
• Extensive knowledge of portfolio quality review and credit risk management processes.
• Good understanding of credit policies and practices followed by leading banks.

If you meet these criteria, please reply with your latest CV.