Senior Credit Officer & Risk Strategy Lead

Scotiabank; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Montreal seeks a Credit Adjudicator to manage client credit requests and ensure compliance with bank policies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in financial analysis, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to assess risks effectively. This role emphasizes developing client relationships while managing risk, offering a collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial analysis or credit adjudication.
• Good understanding of bank lending policies and procedures.
• Strong communication skills for producing professional correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Adjudicate and authorize credit requests within bank policies.
• Evaluate financial and non-financial risks for client profiling.
• Monitor changes in clients' creditworthiness proactively.

Skills

Financial analysis

Credit adjudication

Negotiation skills

Problem resolution

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Coaching skills

Education

Post Secondary Education in business or related area

Job description

A leading financial institution in Montreal seeks a Credit Adjudicator to manage client credit requests and ensure compliance with bank policies. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in financial analysis, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to assess risks effectively. This role emphasizes developing client relationships while managing risk, offering a collaborative team environment and opportunities for professional growth.