Global Credit Research & Underwriting Lead (Shipping)

bp; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Paid parental leave

Job summary

bp seeks a seasoned Credit Research and Underwriting Manager for its Supply Trading & Shipping (ST&S) credit portfolio in Kuala Lumpur. You will develop counterparty ratings, set limits, and guide the team to ensure robust risk management aligned with bp’s global standards.

Role requires 8+ years in credit research, multiple sectors/geographies, and comfort working in a hybrid setup with UK shift alignment. MBA/CFA/CPA desirable; MS Office proficiency essential.

Qualifications

• Master's and/or bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Finance or Accounting.
• 8+ years of experience in credit research across sectors and geographies.
• Strong analytical and attention to detail with timely follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Analyse counterparties and assign credit ratings across your coverage portfolio.
• Manage credit and tenor limits for trading counterparties within delegated authorities.
• Lead local team members and support professional development.
• Support deal teams with risk appetite analysis and underwriting.
• Identify emerging trends impacting the portfolio and adjust risk accordingly.
• Maintain timely counterparty ratings and reference data.
• Collaborate with global credit staff and Front Office teams.
• Integrate 3rd party data sources and AI-enabled analysis to boost efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Business acumen

Collaboration

Commodity risk management

Data visualization

Decision making

Market knowledge

Portfolio analytics

Trading risk controls

Education

Master's and/or bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

MS Office

Job description

bp seeks a seasoned Credit Research and Underwriting Manager for its Supply Trading & Shipping (ST&S) credit portfolio in Kuala Lumpur. You will develop counterparty ratings, set limits, and guide the team to ensure robust risk management aligned with bp’s global standards.

Role requires 8+ years in credit research, multiple sectors/geographies, and comfort working in a hybrid setup with UK shift alignment. MBA/CFA/CPA desirable; MS Office proficiency essential.