Credit Review Team Lead

About the Job

Location: BGC, Taguig
Corporate Title: AVP - SAVP
Work Arrangement: Onsite

Our Credit Management team is looking for experienced professionals to join us in Taguig with the role of Credit Review Team Lead.

Lead a robust monitoring initiative for the Bank's Corporate Banking portfolio through thorough reviews and stress tests. Implement an Early Problem Recognition System to proactively identify high-risk borrowers. Regularly update the corporate credit policy to address new regulations and evolving risk appetites. Ensure effective evaluation of credit exposures across CBG, Treasury, Trust, and Mortgage Lending to enhance understanding of risks and opportunities.

Going Further For You.

Whether you're just starting out, or already a seasoned professional, EastWest can help you unleash your potential, and bridge the gap between dream to success.

At EastWest, we empower our employees to drive their careers and are committed to provide the runway for them to grow. We value teamwork and individual initiatives. Join us and be part of a highly engaged team, and a workplace that promotes development and goal attainment.

For 30 years, EastWest has emerged as one of the most consumer-focused universal banks in the Philippines. EastWest is committed to continuously invest in people and in process, product, and service enhancements, and embrace new ideas to enhance the EastWest experience.

What the role will entail

• Monitor the quality of the Bank's Corporate Portfolio through regular portfolio reviews and stress testing, and recommend actions based on the findings.
• Collaborate with Corporate Banking and Special Situation Asset Management to implement an Early Problem Recognition System.
• Review Treasury and Trust credit proposals to identify potential credit issues and mitigate risks, protecting the bank from counterparty defaults.
• Regularly update the Bank's Corporate Credit Policy to ensure compliance with BSP regulations and alignment with the Bank's risk appetite, based on gap analyses and findings from audits or examinations.
• Accredit real estate developers for the Bank's End-Buyer Financing program to ensure they can complete projects and buy back defaulted accounts.
• Assess historical performance, financial status, management character, and accreditation terms.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in business and/or any related courses
• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is an advantage
• 7-10 years Credit and Account Management experience, with 5 years in a leadership role
• Extensive experience in corporate credit analysis and portfolio reviews.
• Comprehensive understanding of the provisions of PFRS 9.

What you can expect from joining our team

• Career development and training opportunities
• Competitive salary package and benefits
• Performance-based incentives and recognition programs to reward high-performing individuals
• Opportunity to work with industry experts and be mentored by them
• Defined career progression paths to guide you in your professional growth