Manager - Corporate Banking

Michael Page (UK); Leicester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international corporate bank seeks a Manager for Corporate Banking. This role involves client management, credit applications, and leading a team in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of banking experience, strong credit analysis skills, and a proactive approach in achieving financial objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in Corporate Banking Coverage/credit analysis.
• Strong knowledge of UK corporate credit and trade finance.
• Experience with European counterparties preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day client prospects and existing customer relations.
• Prepare credit applications and ensure risk factors are addressed.
• Supervise and provide guidance to junior team members.

Skills

Attention to detail

Financial analysis

Numeracy skills

Education

University degree (UK 2:1 or equivalent)

Master's degree

Professional accounting certification, MRICS, CFA

Job description

• Established International Bank with extensive balance sheet
• Friendly and International Culture with excellent progression opportunities

About Our Client

West end based International Corporate Bank

Job Description

Manager - Corporate Banking

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  Assist the Head of Corporate Banking in the day-to-day development and management of both potential new client prospects and existing customers, aiming to achieve financial and non-financial objectives while adhering to the banks policies, procedures, regulations, and industry best practices.
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  Possess the capability to independently originate loan and guarantee transactions for Corporate Banking, including reverse solicitation transactions in Scandinavia through arranging banks.
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  Prepare credit applications and reviews for both new and existing clients, ensuring that the risk factors relevant to the industry, market, and business are properly addressed.
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  Address and resolve customer issues and requests in coordination with both internal and external support teams, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of the banks products and services in a professional and friendly manner.
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  Assist the Head of Corporate Banking with the negotiation and documentation of client facilities.
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  Help manage the watch list and impaired credits process.
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  Supervise and provide guidance to junior team members.

The Successful Applicant

Financial Services

Qualifications:

• University degree (at least UK 2:1 or equivalent) is required. A Master's degree, professional accounting certification, MRICS, or CFA qualifications are preferred

Experience:

• At least 10 years of experience in Corporate Banking Coverage / credit analysis, preferably with European counterparties and industry sectors. Strong knowledge of UK corporate credit, trade finance, and ideally some experience with banks/financial institutions.

Essential Skills:

• Experienced credit analyst with a broad understanding of various industry sectors.
• High level of attention to detail, accuracy, and market research related to the bank's portfolio.
• A high performer who thrives in a dynamic, small team setting.
• Strong numeracy skills and proficiency in financial analysis and spreadsheets; financial modeling experience is a plus.

Desirable Skills:

• Knowledge of the Scandinavian corporate loan market and clients.
• Proficiency in a Scandinavian language.

What's on Offer

Manager - Corporate Banking

Established International Bank with extensive balance sheet

Friendly and International Culture with excellent progression opportunities