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Overview of the Department/Section

ECrO is a 2nd Line of Defence (“2LoD”) function responsible for corporate banking credit for non-Japanese corporates, non-Japanese FIs, and non- Japanese Sovereigns (collectively Global Corporates).

Its major functions are outlined as follows:

Assessment and management of credit risks and related risksAssessment and management of country risksManagement of problematic assetsMonitoring, reporting and early actionPortfolio analysis and management

Overview of Structured Finance Credit Office (“SFCO”)

SFCO (formally known as Investment Banking Credit Division) is a 2LoD function responsible for analysing, approving, sanctioning and monitoring the credit quality of structured finance transactions, including;

Project FinanceStructured Trade FinanceAircraft FinanceAsset-backed Finance (inc. Securitisation)

SFCO is a global department, office being located in Tokyo, New York, Los Angeles, Singapore and London. London office (SFCO (EMEA)) is responsible for the EMEA region and we work closely to ensure global consistency in credit approvals.

Main Purpose of the Role 

Reviewing securitisation credit applications received and making balanced, timely and thoughtful credit decisions within the firm’s risk appetite or making recommendations to senior management, depending on the approval authorities, on transaction specific files as well as continuously and actively monitoring the portfolio in line with internal policies and applicable regulatory guidelines.Responsible for proactive solutions driven engagement with front line on deal specific and/or strategic developments through guidance, direction, feedback and identification of red flags or breaches of internal guidelines and policies. To support Group Heads to direct the continuous development of CIB Credit for EMEA’s credit risk framework, risk appetite portfolio monitoring and early warning frameworks in line with shareholders, client and regulatory expectations.To exercise delegated credit approval authority and/or make recommendations to senior management on transaction specific files as well as continuously and actively monitoring the portfolio in line with internal policies and applicable regulatory guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Support Group Heads on the following;Senior credit counterpart to the 1st Line of Defense (“1LoD”) sector/vertical heads, relationship managers and applicable product offices, including divisional heads/General Managers where necessary.Review and analyse credit applications for securitisation and receivables/asset-backed transactions and use approval authority and/or make recommendations to senior management on transaction specific filesProvide timely and succinct advice or briefings (in verbal or written form) to senior London and Tokyo management, including Chief Credit Officer for EMEA, Regional Executive for EMEA (“REE”) and Executive in Charge of Credit (“ECC”).Proactive solutions driven engagement with front line on deal specific and/or strategic developments through expert guidance, direction, feedback and identification of red flags or breaches of internal guidelines and policies.Responsible to take lead in strategic discussion by managing interests of stakeholders including senior management both in 1LOD and 2LOD across regions, and to guide discussions to consensus with balance between business aspiration and risk appetite.As senior leader within CIB Credit for EMEA, contribute to the development of divisional credit strategy for respective products, sectors, countries/regions including assessing and setting risk appetite, underwriting criteria and limits.Exercise credit approval authority by balancing risk with opportunity. To challenge credit recommendations and proposed deals to ensure appropriate balance between return and use of capital funds.To drive consistent application of the credit policy within the division, ensuring a relevant and rigorous approach to the management of credit risk; critical challenge of credit recommendations and proposed deals to ensure a balanced risk/return approach and appropriate use of capital.Supervise the front office to follow the Bank’s credit policies, procedures and other rules.To monitor and oversee a portfolio of credit accounts within areas of responsibilityGive advice and direction to credit managers to ensure high quality credit analysis, including report writing and decision making.  Encourage them to improve knowledge of the various types of industries, sectors, countries, players and also the financial and legal structures within structured finance credit.Represent CIB Credit for EMEA at internal forums, to share opinions and influence decisions that impact their areas of specialism.Maintain, develop and share knowledge base of developments in the securitisation market including the impact of legal and regulatory changes, tracking asset class/jurisdictional performance/changes in rating agency methodology.To comply with all regulatory and compliance procedures.Responsible for meeting internal policy requirements.

Work Experience

Essential:

Substantial (5 years+) experience in a (preferably) credit or structuring role in securitisation transactionsDetailed knowledge and understanding of a range of asset classes inc. auto & consumer credit, RMBS and trade receivablesSound knowledge of working capital (receivables/asset backed) transactions/other structured productsSufficient experience working in financial institutions carrying out credit work for corporate and/or structured finance areaAdequate experience in corporate banking and/or structured finance.

•           Preferred:

Proven experience in investment banking in credit or front officeCredit, rating agency, legal or accounting background

Skills and Experience

Functional / Technical Competencies:

Essential

Sufficient credit assessment and credit risk management skillsThorough knowledge of credit, risk management, market and legal aspects of securitisationAdequate relevant industry experience with a deep area of credit specialismIn depth knowledge of credit and risk principles, products, derivatives and managementSufficient experience in dealing with regulatory audits associated to creditAdvanced interpersonal skills with ability and experience to communicate to both senior management and junior members of staff.Coaching and development skills.

Education / Qualifications:

Essential

Bachelor Degree

Preferred:

Masters Degree

Personal Requirements

Excellent communication skillsResults driven, with a strong sense of accountabilityA proactive, motivated approachThe ability to operate with urgency and prioritize work accordinglyStrong decision making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgementA structured and logical approach to workStrong problem solving skillsA creative and innovative approach to workExcellent interpersonal skillsThe ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlinesExcellent attention to detail and accuracyA calm approach, with the ability to perform well in a pressured environmentStrong numerical skillsExcellent Microsoft Office skillsA confident approach, with the ability to provide clear direction to your teamThe ability to lead a high performing teamA strategic approach, with the ability to lead and motivate your teamThe ability to articulate and implement the vision/strategy for CIB Credit for EMEA

We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements.

MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership.

We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.