Credit Risk Officer Full Time NEW

Job Description

Job Overview

The Credit Risk Officer monitors and proactively manages risk/exposure and compliance with the Credit Policy for his/her assigned portfolio. The incumbent is responsible for evaluating the financial performance of the borrower, and proposing an appropriate risk rating. He/she is also responsible for making decisions or recommendations on renewals, modifications, etc. and working in conjunction with the Branch Operations Network (BON) for the underwriting and approval of credit transactions.

Key and Critical Responsibilities
Assist in the development and implementation of credit risk policies and procedures.
Review loan applications from the Branch Operations Network (BON) and conduct risk assessments to determine suitability of credit risks, monitor credit exposure and limits.
Provide insight into market trends that may have both a positive and negative impact on the clients’ business.
Provide timely, accurate and independent analysis of the financial and economic circumstances of borrowers and/or borrowing entities, taking into account the most relevant segmentation criteria applicable on a case by case basis.
Classify risk in conjunction with other members of the BON to ensure the consistent application of credit policies.
Assist the Senior Credit Risk Officer in the preparation of presentations and documentation for new items/transactions to be presented to the Company’s credit committee.
Respond to questions made by the committee as they arise.
Perform credit analysis and credit report write-up on assigned portfolios.
Responsible for assisting the Senior Credit Risk Officer in special projects, such as preparing for audit and to perform other risk-management tasks as requested.
Assist in Business Development activities by providing industry specific risk management guidance.

Key Competencies
Knowledge of entrepreneurship development strategies and sectoral trends in Trinidad and Tobago
Research capabilities
Loan Management Skills
Risk Assessment
Strategic Planning
Good Communication Skills
Ability to work in a Team