Team Lead - Credit Risk - Securities
This role supports the credit risk function for a Hong Kong-based investment firm. The Senior Manager will be responsible for managing credit risk across a range of products and jurisdictions, with a focus on fixed income, structured finance, and cross-border transactions. The role involves hands-on credit analysis, policy implementation, and stakeholder engagement, while leading a small team of credit analysts. As well as the above they will lead a smaller team of 3.
What does the role involve?
- Conduct credit risk assessments for counterparties, issuers, and transactions across fixed income, securities lending, and structured products.
- Support the development and implementation of credit risk policies and procedures aligned with group-level standards and local regulations.
- Lead the credit approval process for assigned transactions, including due diligence, credit scoring, and exposure recommendations.
- Monitor credit exposures and portfolio performance across Hong Kong and mainland China entities.
- Collaborate with front office, legal, compliance, and operations to ensure credit risk is effectively managed throughout the transaction lifecycle.
- Prepare regular reports and analysis for senior management, including risk dashboards, stress testing, and early warning indicators.
- Supervise and mentor a small team of credit analysts, fostering technical development and risk awareness.
- Ensure compliance with SFC regulatory requirements (Type 1, 4, 6, 9) and money lending license obligations.
What experience do you need?
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Risk Management, or related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, FRM) is a plus.
- Strong understanding of credit products and regulatory frameworks in Hong Kong and mainland China.
- Experience in credit analysis, risk monitoring, and stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Familiarity with Chinese financial institutions and cross-border capital flows.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Experience with credit risk systems and reporting tools.
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