Job Description

JOB PURPOSE
Handling end-to-end corporate client onboarding with focus on new-to-bank relationships across UAE, Mashreq’s footprint markets, and non-presence countries including KSA. This will entail preparing high-quality credit applications, ensuring compliance with policies, strategies and regulations, identifying key risks, and implementing mitigants aligned with the bank’s target market, credit appetite, and strategic objectives.

KEY RESULT AREAS:
• Work closely with originators on new to bank transactions, including discussions with customers on funding requirements, facility structure and related terms and conditions in addition to ensuring that all necessary information required for processing a credit proposal are obtained from the customer.
• Prepare high quality credit proposals with a focus on identifying major risks whether operational or financial based on thorough evaluation of the credit worthiness and debt repayment capacity.
• Ensure credit application submission within acceptable turnaround time (TAT) which meets Mashreq Bank’s internal standards and ensure maximized share of wallet.
• Manage risks in line with banks risk appetite while highlighting any policy exceptions within the credit application and recommending mitigates for same.
• Perform required Transaction screening and conducting independent due diligence (i.e: CBRB check, E-name, desktop search….etc)
• Establish cordial relationship with Credit risk Management and be involved along with Originators in relevant discussions to support any given transaction;
• Handle monthly/quarterly reports and ensure timely submissions.
• Adhere to risk and compliance policies and practices within Mashreq bank, while ensuring to obtain necessary compliance approvals for risky relationships.
• Review of facility documents in coordination with originators for facility execution including liaising with Legal team and obtaining required approvals.
• Coordinate with operation team for limits loading and obtain required approvals in case of any exceptions.
• Work closely with middle office and compliance to ensure smooth account opening experience.
• Review of the department’s booked transactions during the quarterly risk and control assessment process to ensure alignment with the credit policy and approved strategies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor degree in Finance or Accounting with strong GPA.
• Master degree in Finance or Business Administration is a plus.
• Minimum of 6-7 years of Credit risk management or Corporate banking experience with a regional or multinational bank.
• Completion of relevant bank credit program or professional certification in risk management.
• Strong ability to read and interpret financial data with knowledge of credit risk and financial analysis.
• Good understanding of Central bank regulations, AML and Fraud policies;
• Good knowledge of banking products and understanding bank operations.
• Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills.
• Ability to multitask, meet stringent deadlines and work under pressure.

The leading financial institution in MENA While more than half a century old, we proudly think like a challenger, startup, and innovator in banking and finance, powered by a diverse and dynamic team who put customers first. Together, we pioneer key innovations and developments in banking and financial services. Our mandate? To help customers find their way to Rise Every Day, partnering with them through the highs and lows to help them reach their goals and unlock their unique vision of success. Delivering superior service to clients by leading with innovation, treating colleagues with dignity and fairness while pursuing opportunities that grow shareholders value. We actively contribute to the community through responsible banking in our mission to inspire more people to Rise.