Corporate Credit Manager

apartmentReem Finance placeAbu Dhabi calendar_month 

Job Description

Reem Finance PJSC licensed by the Central Bank of the UAE with headquartered in Abu Dhabi, we are a private joint-stock company that offers financial solutions to facilitate business growth and advance trade capacity for private entities within various sectors.

We provide customized financing solutions that allow clients to broaden their portfolios through backed financial scale-up.

Currently in the pursuit of seeking an experienced and analytical Corporate Credit Manager to lead our credit assessment, underwriting, and portfolio management for corporate clients. The ideal candidate will be responsible for evaluating the creditworthiness of corporate clients,.
managing all aspects of credit underwriting, assessing the creditworthiness of potential clients, and reviewing credit policies and procedures as needed. The role requires strong financial analysis capabilities, the evaluation of credit proposals, and ensuring strict compliance with regulatory and internal credit guidelines.

The Corporate Credit Manager will work closely with business teams and key stakeholders, providing insights and recommendations to enhance the company's credit portfolio quality.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Assessment & Analysis
  • Evaluate the creditworthiness of corporate clients through financial statement analysis, credit scoring, industry benchmarking, and risk assessment models.
  • Conduct detailed credit analysis and perform periodic credit reviews.
  • Accurately risk-rate loans/credits and ensure proper documentation.
  • Evaluate both cash flow-based and collateral-based lending proposals.
Portfolio Management
  • Monitor and manage the corporate credit portfolio, identifying early warning signs of potential default or deterioration.
  • Lead periodic reviews and audits of credit exposures, including stress testing and scenario analysis.
Policy Development & Compliance
  • Review and update the company's Credit Risk Policy and Credit Procedures in line with regulatory and market developments.
  • Develop and maintain credit policies, procedures, and reporting tools for new products.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements related to credit risk.
  • Stay updated on industry underwriting practices and assist in aligning internal policies with Central Bank regulations.
Process Oversight
  • Perform pre- and post-disbursement audits of loan files to ensure compliance and quality standards.
  • Set and manage credit limits and terms of payment for corporate accounts.
Stakeholder Engagement& Support
  • Support business units in evaluating, preparing, recommending, and managing credit proposals.
  • Work closely with the Corporate team, Risk Management, legal, and Internal Audit teams to structure credit facilities in line with business goals and risk appetite.
  • Liaise with external credit agencies, auditors, and rating institutions as needed.
Team Leadership & Development
  • Provide leadership, training, and guidance to junior credit analysts and team members.
Required Experience
  • 5 to 8 years of corporate credit underwriting experience, preferably within the UAE market.
  • In-depth knowledge of Credit Risk Management practices and CB regulation.
  • Experience working with ERP and credit management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Credit Lens).
Qualification
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (Master's or MBA preferred).
Skills
  • Credit Risk Assessment & Scoring Models
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Portfolio Management & Monitoring
  • Covenant Structuring & Analysis
  • Familiarity with Internal Credit Risk Policies and Governance
  • Audit & Regulatory Reporting
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem Solving
  • Decision Making
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