CREDIT REVIEW OFFICER

Metrobank; Bacolod; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Metrobank is seeking a Credit Review Officer to assess and recommend credit decisions across simple to complex proposals for individuals, SMEs, and large corporate borrowers.

You will perform financial analysis, apply credit scoring models, and ensure proposals meet lending standards and regulatory requirements. You will coordinate with Relationship Managers and maintain thorough documentation for audit and review.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field.
• At least 2 years of credit experience, preferably in commercial and corporate lending.
• Strong analytical skills and adept in reconstruction and interpreting financial statements.
• Ability to identify risks on the borrower and credit proposals.
• Strong work ethic and integrity; effective communicator with strong presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Completion of reports related to the handled credit portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Assess and recommend credit decisions for simple to complex proposals.
• Ensure credit proposals are complete, well-documented, and timely.
• Provide accurate evaluations of credit applications to minimize default risk.
• Validate data and support sound credit decisions with financial analysis.
• Prepare ERCA for onboarding and renewals per policy and SLA timelines.
• Collaborate with Relationship Managers to gather borrower documents and ensure file completeness.
• Monitor accounts and flag early warning signals; maintain records of work metrics.

Skills

Credit analysis

Financial reconstruction

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpreting financial statements

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Here at Metrobank, we don't simply hire employees—we hone future leaders. We provide opportunities that enhance your skills and unlock your talents, helping you evolve into a well-rounded individual. We supply you with all the pieces you need to do your best work, unleashing your full potential to help you secure your future and lead a fulfilling career. And with Metrobank's strong heart for the community, you have the chance to give back and make worthwhile contributions to our nation's economic and social development.

With Metrobank, a meaningful life is within your reach!

Position Title: Credit Review Officer

Job Summary:

A Credit Review Officer is responsible for assessing and recommending credit decisions for simple to complex credit proposals, including individual, SME, and large corporate business borrowers. The role focuses on financial analysis, credit scoring, and holistic credit risk assessment, ensuring that credit applications meet the Bank’s lending standards and risk parameters. Success in this role will be measured by achieving the following key outcomes:

1. Initial Credit Decisions: Provide accurate and timely evaluations of straightforward credit applications, minimizing default risk.
2. Credit Processing: Ensure credit proposals are complete, well-documented, and processed within agreed timelines.
3. Credit Recommendations: Maintain consistency with internal credit policies and regulatory requirements for all evaluated accounts.

Role Exposure:

Credit Assessment and Proposal Preparation:

• Prepares ERCA for credit onboarding and renewals, ensuring alignment with policy and SLA timelines.
• Validates financial data and completes financial reconstruction or recasting, and projections, to support sound credit decisions.

Risk Evaluation and Credit Structuring:

• Evaluate credit risk for simple to complex accounts, with compliance to standard credit accommodations.
• Apply credit scoring models and financial analysis to determine repayment capacity.
• Appropriately assess credit risk ratings and classifications and demonstrates strict compliance to documentation and Bank policies.

Coordination and Documentation:

• Work with Relationship Managers to gather necessary documentation and clarify borrower details.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of credit files for audit and review.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor approved accounts periodically and flag early warning signals.
• Maintain records of work metrics and ensure timely completion of reviews.
• Performs effective portfolio management, recognizes potential issues that requires immediate action or escalation.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the overall success of the Bank.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
• At least2 years of credit experience, preferably in commercial and corporate lending
• Strong analytical skills and adept in re-construction and interpreting financial statements
• Ability to identify risks on the borrower and credit proposals
• Strong work ethic and a high level of personal and professional integrity.
• An effective communicator with strong oral, written, and effective presentation skills.
• Computer literate, with high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as word, excel, and PowerPoint.
• Completion of reports related to the handled credit portfolio