Lead Credit Officer - Non Bank FIG


Chicago
Permanent
Negotiable
Risk Management
PR/541784_1745249201
Lead Credit Officer - Non Bank FIG

Our client, a leading global investment bank, is looking to make a key hire on their credit risk team specifically focused on non-bank financial institutions. This individual will join a highly collaborative team and play an important role in the underwriting and ongoing evaluation of risk associated with non-bank financial institution counterparties. The right candidate should have strong credit analysis experience, as well as in-depth knowledge of securitized products.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform in-depth financial analysis to detect key risks and evaluate the strength of lending counterparties
  • Lead the ongoing review and assessment of a portfolio comprised of residential mortgage originators, consumer finance and specialty finance
  • Evaluate creditworthiness of various institutions through internal risk rating, due diligence and credit analysis
  • Mentor and assist more junior team members as well as partner closely with bankers to delegate work, make recommendations and best meet the client's needs
  • Keep abreast of wider macroeconomic conditions and their impact on relevant markets, cash flow scenarios and credit quality

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree (advanced degree preferred) in a quantitative field
  • 7+ years commercial/corporate credit experience
  • Formal credit training (analysis, documentation and transaction experience)
  • Knowledge of mortgage-backed securities, securitization or mortgage warehouse lending
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders

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