Fund Finance Credit Risk

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STEM talent in the BBVA group: What we offer you?

• You will be part of a team of more than 1,800 Technology and Data experts across 25 countries, aiming to advance the bank through technology.
• You will participate in nearly 1,800 cutting-edge technology projects annually, impacting 85 million people.
• You will work with a wide range of technologies, from experienced to disruptive, including 46 programming languages and 201 development platforms.
• You will collaborate with main tech partners like Microsoft, Google, AWS, Salesforce, IBM, RedHat, Telefonica, Cisco, Genesys, etc.
• You will engage in innovative projects across Development, Architecture, Security, Infrastructure, and Data.
• You will learn on the job, work with mentors, and access BBVA's comprehensive training offerings, including the Ninja gamified platform with over 11,000 participants, 2,000 talks, 1,300 workshops, and 48 hackathons.

Previous experience and knowledge:

• At least 7 years in Risk Management within financial institutions, mutual funds, private equity, or family offices.
• Experience in senior financial risk roles in relevant financial services or consultancy, with knowledge of bilateral and syndicated Fund Finance transactions like capital calls and NAV financing.
• Understanding of financial risk management techniques and practices.
• Ability to comprehend complex financial products and structures from a risk perspective.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; Master's preferred.

Languages:

• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Soft skills:

• Effective communication with diverse audiences at various levels.
• Experience leading high-performing risk teams.
• High ethics and integrity standards.
• Flexible, dynamic, and strong communicator.
• Decision-making under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, active listening, and presentation skills.

Overview:

The Global Credit Financial Institutions team at BBVA analyzes financial institutions worldwide, assigning ratings and setting risk appetite. The candidate will manage a portfolio of institutions, staying updated on market developments, regulations, and products affecting the sector.

The Fund Finance Credit Risk team within the Funds unit analyzes, monitors, and reviews the Alternative Funds sector, focusing on Fund Finance and a portfolio of funds/Asset Managers, mainly based in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own the Financial Program process, draft credit review documents, and prepare risk rating models, including periodic reviews.
• Present and defend credit risk proposals at risk committees.
• Apply analytical skills to assess fund finance risks and ensure consistency across portfolios and geographies.
• Have proven experience analyzing the alternative Fund sector (Infrastructure, Private Equity, Private Credit, Real Estate) in Fund Finance roles.
• Analyze capital calls and NAV financing products, understanding their structures and covenants.
• Assess complex financial transactions and explain credit risks.
• Maintain relationships with key clients in CIB and Risk Client Relationships.
• Monitor the portfolio, including legal review and stress testing, and recommend actions.

Working at BBVA:

BBVA is a global bank with over 160 years of history, present in 25 countries, serving over 81 million customers with more than 110,000 professionals. We lead banking transformation, challenging the status quo to make life easier for our customers. Joining BBVA means developing your career in one of the most innovative financial companies.

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We are committed to responsible banking to foster a more inclusive and sustainable society. Our goal is to finance the future and help clients make the best financial decisions, emphasizing innovation and digital transformation.

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We believe diversity makes us a better bank. We actively support inclusion and equal opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.

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