Vice President Credit Analyst, Group Financial Institutions Group

SUMITOMO MITSUI BANKING CORPORATION Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking a seasoned Credit Analyst to support the Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFI) business. You will analyze credit applications, monitor portfolios, and work closely with Relationship Managers. The ideal candidate has 7-10 years of experience in credit analysis with a strong understanding of deal structures and banking products.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience as Credit Analyst or Transactor with international banks.
• Deep understanding of deal structures and banking products.
• Ability to provide comprehensive credit analysis on financial institutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare credit applications with detailed analysis.
• Review credit limits and counterparty ratings.
• Monitor portfolio for potential problem counterparties.

Skills

Credit analysis

Understanding of deal structures

Knowledge of banking products

Financial statement analysis

Job description

Job Purpose

Global Financial Institutions Group (GFIG) of SMBC Singapore is seeking a seasoned Credit Analyst to help support the Non-Bank Financial Institutions (“NBFI”) client business in Asia Pacific (APAC). The NBFI Client segment in SMBC include finance companies, asset management companies, insurance companies, broker-dealers, wealth managers, private equity funds, sovereign wealth funds in Singapore and the region.

The headcount will be part of the client coverage team based in Singapore and will report to the Head of NBFI Credit Analysis. The role will provide significant opportunities for personal and professional development within GFIG network and the Bank in general.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare credit applications (new and renewal) with detailed analysis of key risks, deal structures, terms & conditions and deal rational.
• Ensure timely review of credit limits & counterparty rating in line with bank’s internal policies.
• Keep abreast with bank’s credit policies and applicable laws and regulations.
• Present credit views effectively to department co-Heads and credit department.
• Regular monitoring of portfolio for early identification of potential problem counterparties for remediation actions.
• Work with Relationship Managers in deal structuring and co-ordinate with product partners, control functions, middle office, and overseas branches to ensure seamless execution of transactions.
• Understand and recommend appropriate credit terms in documentation including loan facility, ISDA, CSA etc.
• Support the Head of Credit, GFIG where needed, with ad hoc requirements and strategic initiatives to enhance department’s activities and processes.

Job Requirements:

• Candidate should have at least 7-10 years of relevant experience as Credit Analyst or Transactor with international banks/ major financial institutions.
• Deep understanding of deal structures,banking products and financial statements.
• Ability to provide comprehensive credit analysis on a wide range of financial institutions and deal structures.
• Good understanding of legal documents and regulatory framework related to NBFI-lending in the APAC region though not a must, will be an advantage.