Credit Officer - Project Finance - AVP

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Global Banking Group is seeking a Credit Risk Officer for Project Finance in London. This role involves managing a significant portfolio, conducting risk assessments, and preparing credit papers. Ideal candidates will have strong financial analysis skills and at least 4 years of project finance experience.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years of experience in project finance credits.
• Strong numerical and financial analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough risk assessments for new business opportunities.
• Prepare clear, concise, and insightful credit papers.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

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Credit Officer - Project Finance - AVP, London

Client: Roka Search

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 16.05.2025

Expiry Date: 30.06.2025

Job Description:

Role: Project Finance - AVP

Level: VP

Location: London (City) with Flexible Working

Start Date: ASAP

Essential Skills: Experience with Project Finance transactions and deals.

Our client, a prestigious Global Banking Group, is seeking a talented Credit Risk Officer to join their 2nd line of defense. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in managing a significant portfolio and influencing critical decisions within a leading Project Finance institution.

In this impactful role, you will:

• Perform thorough risk assessments for new business opportunities, increased lending requests, amendments to existing terms, credit reviews, and restructuring proposals.
• Evaluate and challenge submissions from the front office to ensure robust credit decision-making.
• Prepare clear, concise, and insightful credit papers, presenting well-reasoned recommendations to credit approvers.
• Take ownership of a portfolio of clients, monitoring credit risk trends across obligors and industry sub-sectors.
• Identify and escalate emerging credit concerns or deteriorating positions to support early risk mitigation.

What you bring to the table:

• At least 4 years of experience in project finance credits across various sectors, with exposure to multiple credit cycles.
• Strong numerical and financial analysis skills, with the ability to interpret complex information from diverse sources.
• Proficiency in financial models and sensitivity analysis.
• Knowledge of capital markets products, derivatives (including ISDA), and trading agreements.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to solve complex problems independently and lead discussions with the front office.
• Experience contributing to strategic direction and implementing change with a passion for excellence.