VP - Valuation Risk Management - Credit
A Global Investment Bank, who is looking to add multiple members to their Valuation Risk function, is targeting a VP level candidate on their Credit team to focus on all aspects of valuation including IPV, fair value reserving, methodology review, leveling and control framework.
This individual will also be integrated into the firm's Market Risk side which will allow them to interact with the Front Office and other Risk areas. The team is lean at the moment so this role will offer high visibility to senior leadership and allows for growth in multiple different areas of the business.
The firm is targeting individuals with 4-10 years of experience in a Credit or Securitized Products Valuation function with experience in Investment Grade Bonds, High Yield bonds, CDS and Credit options preferably as well. This firm is known for having some of the best culture and work life balance on the street, and prides itself on maintaining these standards.
Responsibilities
- Own and continuously enhance valuation governance standards for U.S. credit businesses, ensuring consistency, transparency, and strong controls across products.
- Lead end‑to‑end oversight of credit valuations, including independent price testing, reserve adequacy, valuation methodologies, and lifecycle P&L considerations.
- Partner closely with trading, risk, quantitative, and technology teams to resolve complex valuation matters and appropriately challenge assumptions when required.
- Drive and deliver valuation‑related transformation initiatives, including system upgrades, process automation, and methodology improvements within credit and securitized products.
- Act as a senior point of contact for valuation topics, providing clear insights and escalation to leadership while supporting broader business and regulatory objectives.
Qualifications
- 4-10 years of experience in a Credit or Securitized Products Valuation team
- Significant experience within a capital markets or investment banking environment, gained through valuation control, risk, product control, or front‑office roles.
- Deep understanding of credit instruments such as corporate bonds, loans, leveraged finance, distressed assets, CDS, and credit‑linked derivatives.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex valuation topics while navigating governance frameworks and interacting with senior stakeholders.
- Proven leadership mindset with experience mentoring junior professionals and contributing effectively within lean, high‑responsibility teams.
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