Vice President, Credit & Counterparty Risk

The Company is seeking a Vice President for Credit and Counterparty Risk. This senior role is pivotal in leading complex assessments of credit, counterparty, and country risks, with a particular focus on counterparty credit risk arising from treasury and FX activities, including derivatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing portfolio monitoring, providing expert challenge across a range of counterparties and products, and contributing to the enhancement of the risk management framework. Key responsibilities include leading the preparation and review of credit applications, supporting transaction structuring discussions, and contributing to the development of credit methodologies and risk appetite frameworks. The role also involves leadership in team development, data and systems improvement, and participation in strategic initiatives. Applicants for the Vice President position at the company should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline, with a professional qualification such as CFA, PRM, FRM, ACA, or ACCA being desirable. The role requires significant experience in credit risk, counterparty credit risk, financial institutions risk, treasury risk, or a related field within banking or financial services. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and judgment capabilities are essential, as is the ability to mentor and coach junior colleagues. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of banking products from a credit risk perspective, experience in portfolio monitoring, and a proven track record of stakeholder management and communication. Knowledge of emerging and frontier market risks, as well as additional language skills relevant to the company's operating footprint, would be advantageous.