Purpose The role is responsible for loan portfolio monitoring, credit monitoring and administration and supporting credit risk management for this Global Banking Group - fund finance portfolio. The role also encompasses preparation of credit related applications and papers. ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal policies. The role is responsible for effective coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders to facilitate transaction processing and mitigate potential risks, while contributing to overall efficiency and governance of fund finance operations. Key Responsibilities Client Portfolio and Relationship Management · Perform routine portfolio monitoring tasks, including updating investor records, tracking covenant compliance, and reviewing facility fees. · Maintain and update internal databases, management sheets, and investor listings with accurate and timely information. · Identify and flag potential credit risks or discrepancies for review by senior colleagues. · Process facility drawdown requests by verifying borrowing base (BB) and facility limits, preparing standard loan documentation, and coordinating with relevant teams (e.g. agents, customers, colleagues and Loans Administration department.) · Handle client inquiries related to account details, loan terms, and required documentation. · Oversee customer interactions for other team members. Client Onboarding & Compliance · Prepare and organise Know Your Customer (KYC) and compliance documents for new clients. · Collect and verify client information to meet internal and regulatory requirements · Ensure that onboarding documentation is complete and filed correctly in internal systems. Credit & Risk Documentation · Gather and input data for credit assessments and investor analyses as directed. · Assist in drafting credit memos and internal reports by compiling relevant financial and operational information. · Ensure all credit documentation is up to date and accessible to relevant stakeholders. Reporting & Data Management · Generate routine reports on portfolio status, exposure levels, and collateral details for Head Office or other Branch departments regarding the portfolio. · Ensure data accuracy in internal reporting systems and assist in compiling information for management review. Process & Team Support · Follow established procedures for loan administration, compliance checks, and client record-keeping. · Coordinate with internal teams such as Credit, Compliance, and Loans Administration to ensure smooth transaction processing. Fund Finance Policy Development · Provide feedback and insights and contribute to the development and enhancement of fund finance procedures. Learning and Development · Participate in relevant training programs and maintain awareness of Fund Finance industry practices where possible (e.g. attend FF conferences). Qualifications: · Degree level education is required. Finance, banking, mathematics or accounting discipline is preferred but not essential. · May have Chartered Financial Analyst or similar or wish to work towards CFA qualifications. Required Skills: · 2 to 4 years experience in banking or financial services with experience on fund finance, credit administration or structured transactions. · Prior experience in fund finance, corporate banking, structured finance or credit administration is essential. · Exposure to loan processing credit documentation or portfolio monitoring is essential. · Experience handling financial transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining accurate records. · Awareness of risk management policies, including covenant compliance and collateral evaluation. · Basic understanding of specific legislation or regulation relating to fund finance business. · Basic understanding of relevant legal documentation and ability to apply understanding to ensure work is processed in a compliant manner. · Familiarity with KYC, AML and other compliance related processes. · Understanding of credit risk principles, loan covenants and exposure monitoring. · Ability to identify potential credit risks and escalate as necessary. · Experience in a client-facing role, handling inquiries and supporting onboarding processes. · Ability to liaise with internal teams (e.g. Compliance, Risk, Credit, Loans Admin etc.) · Experience working with financial data, generating reports and maintaining internal databases. · Ability to interpret financial statements, including balance sheets and cash flow statements. · Familiarity in developing credit analysis and investor assessments. · Basic understanding of financial products, credit risk, and loan documentation. · Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for data analysis, tracking and reporting. · Experience with financial databases or loan monitoring systems. · Strong verbal and written communication skills for internal and external interactions. · Ability to liaise with internal teams (Head Office, Compliance, Loans Administration) to support transaction processing, and client onboarding. · Strong customer service mindset to handle client inquiries efficiently. · Ensures precision in processing transactions and maintaining records. · Ability to identify potential risks and inconsistencies for further review. · Willingness to stay up to date with financial regulations and internal policies. · Ability to works effectively with colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
