Credit Research and Underwriting Manager

BP PLC; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and health insurance

Learning and development opportunities

Diversity and inclusive culture

Job summary

BP plc in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Global Credit Research Manager to lead credit analysis and underwriting for Supply Trading & Shipping. You will set counterparty credit ratings, manage credit limits, and guide a local team while coordinating with BP staff worldwide.

The role requires 8+ years in credit research, strong financial modelling, geopolitical risk awareness, and the ability to work across regions. Hybrid working arrangement, with activities both in-office and remote.

Qualifications

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and credit rating best practice.
• Experience across multiple sectors and geographies, with a track record in credit research.

Responsibilities

• Analyze counterparties and assign credit ratings across coverage portfolio.
• Manage credit and tenor limits for trading counterparties.
• Lead local team and develop talent within BP Global Credit Research.
• Support deal teams and provide risk insights for underwriting decisions.

Skills

Credit research

Financial modelling

Geopolitical risk insight

Team leadership

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Job description

## Global Credit Research ManagerApply: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working: Malaysia - Kuala Lumpur: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 29, 2026 (13 days left to apply): RQ115968**Entity:**Finance**Job Family Group:**Finance Group**Job Description:****About the Role:**Credit Research and Underwriting Manager for Supply Trading & Shipping (ST&S) is accountable for fundamental credit views and analysis in support of ST&S’ commercial and credit portfolio management strategies, including the development of counterparty-specific credit ratings and reviews. The role holder will also have authority to set credit limits for counterparties, partnering closely with other local and global credit staff and Front Office teams in support of business and growth strategies. The Credit Research and Underwriting Manager will partner with other credit research staff across regions to align underwriting approach; inform industry or portfolio level risk management outlooks, reviews and proactively manage adverse geopolitical and sector specific events.Management scope includes Global Credit Research staff in Kuala Lumpur, reporting to the Senior Manager, Global Credit Research based in London.**Key Accountabilities:**Specific accountabilities will include but not be limited to the following:* Analyse counterparties and assign credit ratings across your own coverage portfolio, taking into consideration evaluation of financial statements, industry knowledge and expertise and relevant qualitative factors – including the proficient analysis of counterparties in complex industries, with complex organizational or ownership dynamics or experiencing financial stress/distress.* Manage within formally delegated authorities, the credit and tenor limits for trading counterparties.* Lead local team members in organization and execution of the above, working with team members to foster and guide their continued professional development and high performance, providing support and resources, agreeing ongoing priorities, providing constructive feedback.* Be an active member of deal teams supporting analysis and allocation of risk appetite.* Proactive identification and escalation of emerging trends within the portfolio which warrant potential interventions or forward underwriting adjustments.* Follow-up on emerging news and events which may impact coverage universe in a self-directed manner, including timely, proactive actions and communication of observations and views.* Maintain counterparty ratings and reference data accurately and timely.* Maintain strong, constructive working relationships and open lines of communication with local and global credit staff within bp and with key contacts within counterparty universe.* Support and lead the integration of 3rd party information sources and AI enabled automated analysis to drive efficiency within the greater GCR organisation.**Key Requirements:*** Master’s and/or bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Finance or Accounting* Prior experience in credit research, including multiple industry sectors and geographies and both investment grade and high-yield credits, with knowledge of commodity trading, preferably in energy and derivative products* Ability to deliver effectively against bp’s leadership expectations – by promoting and role-modeling positive values and behaviors, developing talent, energizing staff and delivering against near and long-term objectives.* A passion for the role and a relentless commitment to excellence, including exceptional attention to detail and rigorous and timely follow-through on all role accountabilities.* Fluency with respect to financial modelling and credit rating best practice, including key drivers of financial strength and key financial vulnerabilities across multiple sectors, including sovereigns.* A comfort level in working autonomously, sometimes under high-pressured and fast-paced circumstances, and often in the face of ambiguity/limited information – and the personal courage to express a view on best information available to inform decisions.* Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a comfort level in working effectively with people at various organizational levels within BP.* An understanding of geopolitical events and sector risk with insights on the effect of these on our counterparties, proactive recommendations and actions on risk appetite.* 8+ years of experience in credit research, including work-out / distressed asset experience.* Credit research coverage/experience across globe.* Proficiency in MS apps* Postgraduate, professional designations desirable (MBA, CFA, CPA, FRM, PEng)* Must be willing to work on UK shift (c. 2pm – 11pm)At bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:* A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and the demeanor of giving back to our environment are highly valued* Possibility to join our social communities and networks* Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path* Life and health insurance, medical care package* And many other benefits.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.**Travel Requirement**Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role**Relocation Assistance:**This role is not eligible for relocation**Remote Type:**This position is a hybrid of office/remote working**Skills:**Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Collaboration, Commodity Risk Management, Creativity and Innovation, Curiosity, Data visualization and interpretation, Decision Making, Exposure Management, Internal control and compliance, Market Knowledge, Market Risk Management, Operational Risk, Portfolio analytics, Problem Solving, Resilience, Sentiment and Trends, Thought Leadership, Trade discipline and compliance, Trade execution and management, Trading and shipping data knowledge, Trading Fundamentals, Trading knowledge, Trading risk controls