Vice President - Credit Risk Management (Securities)
We are looking for a Vice President to join our Credit Risk Management team in Tokyo. This role involves managing a portfolio of corporate and financial institution clients, ensuring strong risk management practices. The successful candidate will be key in credit and risk-related decisions and improving risk management processes. The position provides health and wellness benefits, flexible work options, child and elder care support, access to employee networks, and ongoing learning opportunities.
Key Responsibilities:
- - Manage a portfolio of 40-50 corporate and financial institution credit groups.
- - Review and approve credit proposals, prepare credit reports, and handle credit documentation.
- - Support commercial banking and capital market products like loans, trade finance, and derivatives.
- - Conduct due diligence, market monitoring, and site visits to evaluate risk.
- - Create and implement strategies for managing counterparty and industry risk.
- - Work with auditors during audits and inquiries.
- - Guide junior team members, fostering a strong risk culture.
Qualifications and Experience:
- - 5-6 years in credit risk management, with a focus on derivatives and structured transactions.
- - Knowledge in distressed debt, restructuring, and risk mitigation documentation.
- - Fluent in Japanese and English, with strong communication skills.
- - Bachelor's degree required; formal credit training or CFA is preferred.
- - Ability to manage complex transactions independently.