• Demonstrating knowledge of Portfolio companies underlying risk positions; Formulating forward looking credit opinions and proposing risk management solutions;
• Be focused on managing concentrated exposures, anticipating and mitigating credit deterioration and maximizing risk-adjusted return within the banks framework of economic and regulatory constraints
• Be a lead contributor from LPM side to provide valuable inputs during Annual Credit Reviews and evaluate the performance of existing loans
• Be responsible for the management of a dedicated loan portfolio including credit analytics, identification of concentrated and potential deteriorating risk positions, formulation of risk management
• Develop portfolio management skills with a view to taking on responsibility for the active management of the allocated portfolio of loans
• Monitoring industry or sector developments and communicating implications for the allocated Portfolio
• Provide analytical support and help develop a point of view in support of Head of LPM, Head of LSDPM and Head of GCF.
• Ensure internal reporting is accurate and timely, and support the Head of LPM on strategic initiatives including budgeting and business planning
• Represent LPM at senior level in stakeholder discussions when delegated by HoLPM
• Take a lead role in improving stakeholder relationships and process ideas on an ongoing basis

• Bachelors in finance/business or related discipline. MBA and/or professional qualification such as CFA advantageous.
• 10+ years relevant experience in International banking, with at least 8 years in corporate loan markets / credit risk with portfolio and risk management responsibilities.
• Sound understanding of credit analysis/financial modeling, legal concepts and loan mechanics, LMA, APLMA and various documentation clauses (covenants, security etc.)
• Must be able to demonstrate \'thought leadership\' and an innovative approach to problem resolution and be delivery oriented, seeking to exceed expectations at all times
• Ability to work under pressure and strict deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality of output.
• P&L responsibility
• Affinity and respect for local cultures of the UAE and Middle East.
• Fluent in English. Arabic language skills advantageous. Knowledgeable of local, Middle East and International markets

Marc Ellis