Senior Manager, International Credit
POSITION SUMMARY:
International Credit - Pacific is responsible for the risk management of most of International Banking's Pacific portfolio, mainly credit risk but also encompassing market, regulatory, and reputation risks that arise from a diverse customer base and a dynamic and active market.
We are looking for a seasoned credit/risk professional OR an experienced banking professional. The successful incumbent will quickly enhance their existing knowledge of the global issues that affect the very dynamic portfolio.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Ensure the achievement of sound, profitable growth in the corporate/commercial risk asset portfolio by performing effective analysis of credit applications and approving, or otherwise, those applications, or providing prompt, appropriate verbal and written recommendations to the Assistant General Manager, Vice-President, Senior Vice-President, or Senior Credit Committee, as required.
- Ensure the maintenance of acceptable portfolio quality and supervise the adherence to established credit policies by offices in the various jurisdictions.
- Provide early identification and sound administration of weak and unsatisfactory accounts.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be an experienced banker with excellent written and verbal communication skills,
- Minimum of 7 years corporate/commercial lending experience
- Strong computer abilities and a Knowledge of the following would be an advantage:
- Multi-jurisdictional aspects of international lending.
- Derivative products.
- Foreign trade mechanisms.
- Branch and/or commercial banking centre/area office experience, preferably outside of Canada, would be helpful.
- Mobility, while not essential, could be an asset.
EDUCATION AND ACCREDITATION:
- An MBA/CA/CFA would be an asset.
OTHER INFORMATION:
- The position involves providing service to Banking units in Asia. Although no travel is generally involved, early morning telephone calls at work /or evening telephone calls at home may be required given time zone differences.
Gobal Risk (GRM) plays a leadership role in establishing the Bank's risk appetite and strategies - and partners with the Business Lines, Finance, Group Treasury and others to operate within these parameters. Scotiabank's approach to risk management is a globally-recognized competitive advantage - which balances sound judgment, effective tools, considerable management input prudent oversight.
GRM's greatest strength is the expertise and commitment of our people. We are committed to attracting, developing rewarding a diverse group of high-performing employees.
The Scotiabank Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies please.
If interested, please apply online at http://track.tmpservice.com/ApplyClick.aspx?id=1420842-1848-7530