Senior Corporate Credit Portfolio Manager

Emirates Islamic; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Islamic is seeking a senior credit professional to lead assessment, monitoring, and control of credit risk across the bank’s portfolio in the UAE. You will analyze financial statements, review proposals, and ensure compliance with internal policies and UAE Central Bank regulations.

You will engage with Relationship Managers and Risk teams to support sustainable growth and portfolio quality. The role requires 6+ years in banking with a strong corporate credit focus, and professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, banking, accounting or related field; master’s preferred.
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in banking with strong corporate credit focus.
• Strong knowledge of credit risk analysis and lending frameworks.
• Familiarity with UAE Central Bank regulations and banking compliance.
• CFA/CA/CPA certifications are an advantage.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor the assigned credit portfolio, ensuring asset quality and compliance.
• Review and approve credit proposals within delegated authority.
• Conduct detailed credit analysis, including financial statement reviews.
• Ensure all credit facilities comply with internal policies and UAE Central Bank regulations.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify early warning signals, and recommend corrective actions.
• Engage with internal stakeholders, including Relationship Managers and Risk teams, to support business objectives.
• Support audits, regulatory reviews, and contribute to policy and process improvements.

Skills

Credit risk analysis

Financial statement analysis

Lending frameworks

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, banking, accounting or related field

Master's degree preferred

CFA/CA/CPA certification advantageous

Job description

Emirates Islamic is seeking a senior credit professional to lead assessment, monitoring, and control of credit risk across the bank’s portfolio in the UAE. You will analyze financial statements, review proposals, and ensure compliance with internal policies and UAE Central Bank regulations.

You will engage with Relationship Managers and Risk teams to support sustainable growth and portfolio quality. The role requires 6+ years in banking with a strong corporate credit focus, and professional