Your new company
A leading global financial institution operates its EMEA headquarters in London, serving commercial and institutional clients across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The London office plays a central role in the group's strategic expansion and integration efforts, having recently consolidated its securities operations to streamline service delivery and enhance client offerings across the region. The Project Finance and Structured Credit team in London is a cornerstone of the institution's global infrastructure and energy financing capabilities.

Your new role
An established financial institution is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Vice President to join its Credit Department, focusing on Structured Credit across EMEA. This role is central to the evaluation and ongoing monitoring of project finance and asset-based lending transactions, including covenant waivers and risk mitigation strategies.

What you'll need to succeed

• Lead credit risk assessments for project finance and asset-based transactions, including aviation, shipping, real estate, and related derivatives.
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-argued credit papers for approval committees.
• Provides strategic guidance to front office teams on credit procedures, risk appetite, and mitigation frameworks.
• Monitor assigned portfolio of obligors and industry sub-sectors, escalating deteriorating credits and problem cases.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop solutions for distressed or complex credit situations.
• Attend Special Credit meetings and contribute to cross-functional problem-solving.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive culture across credit, origination, and portfolio management teams.

What you'll get in return
We are looking for a candidate with:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a major financial institution or ratings agency, with a focus on project finance risk analysis.
• Strong understanding of lending structures, risk factor identification, cash-flow analysis, and stress testing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality credit documentation.
• Proven ability to manage transactions independently from inception to approval.
• Flexibility to meet tight deadlines and work outside standard hours when required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and teamwork.

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