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Would you like to work for one of the World's largest banks in an exciting, dynamic and international environment?
We are currently recruiting for an AVP, Credit Officer Japanese Corporate Investment Banking (JCIB) in Amsterdam.
About MUFG
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. (MUFG) is one of the world’s leading financial groups. Headquartered in Tokyo and with over 360 years of history, MUFG has a global network with approximately 2,000 locations in more than 40 countries. The Group has about 120,000 employees and offers services including commercial banking, trust banking, securities, credit cards, consumer finance, asset management, and leasing. The Group aims to “be the world’s most trusted financial group” through close collaboration among our operating companies and flexibly respond to all of the financial needs of our customers, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. MUFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York stock exchanges. For more information, visit https://www.mufg.jp/english.
About MUFG Bank (Europe) N.V.
MUFG Bank (Europe) N.V. (MBE) is a fully-owned subsidiary of MUFG Bank, headquartered in Amsterdam. With offices throughout Europe, our teams provide clients with comprehensive financing solutions spanning Coverage & Structured Finance, Capital Markets and Transaction Banking, using MUFG’s global reach to provide bespoke solutions. With 73 green, sustainability, sustainability-linked and transition bond tranches in 2021 and 51 sustainability-linked loans in EMEA in 2021, MUFG is committed to supporting clients to achieve sustainable business growth.
Please visit our website for more information – https://www.mufgemea.com/mbe
Your impact at MUFG
To develop a deep understanding of the risks in MBE’s Japanese Corporate portfolio, in particular:
Assessment of credit risks and recommendation to senior management for approval
Identification, reporting and monitoring of early signs of credit risk deterioration in single names
Analysis of developments or trends that may impact the JCIB portfolio
Function positioning
Credit Office is a 2nd Line of Defense function with the goal to develop a deep understanding of the credit risks in MBE’s portfolio, to exercise delegated credit approval authority and make recommendations to senior management on transactions, developments or trends that may impact the portfolio. The Credit Office team adds value to support the delivery of profitable growth within MBE’s risk appetite, to continuously and actively monitoring the portfolio in line with internal policies and applicable regulatory guidelines, and to contribute to an effective control environment.
The role includes the following:
Objectively assess Corporate Finance credit proposals with focus on Japanese Corporate Banking, identifying risk issues to reach a reasoned conclusion leading to recommendations for Senior Management approval
Keep up to date on relevant markets and sectors, and monitor the portfolio to anticipate problems. Take necessary early pro-active steps to minimize potential losses
Establish and maintain close communication with the Business Line and other stakeholders
Liaise with the relevant MUFG credit divisions in order to complete summary analysis, to support transaction assessment and ongoing risk monitoring
Participate in the MBE Credit Risk Committee
Active contribution in discussions with the business relating to any relevant developments and potential client needs on a more strategic level relating to relevant products
Active participation in discussion forums and on project teams, providing input from a credit perspective, as necessary.
This all on the condition that the role and responsibilities operate within MBE, EMEA and HO policies & procedures and (delegated) approval authorities.
Consultation and others
Participating in internal consultation platforms (either on an ad hoc or permanent basis), in particular
JCIB Credit Portfolio meetings
JCIB Early Warning meetings with Front Office
MBE Credit Risk Committee
In order to be successful in the role, you will need the following:
Bachelor or Master degree preferably in finance or economics;
Minimal 2 years of work experience in the financial services industry and sound understanding of regulatory requirements related to the credit sanctioning and monitoring process;
Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability;
Strong numerical skills and attention to detail and accuracy;
Strong networking and influencing skills;
Verbal and written communication skills in English is essential;
Verbal and written communication skills in Japanese is preferred;
High level of personal independence
Personal requirements:
Integrity and Responsibility
Balance Risk with Opportunity
Customer Focus
Demonstrate Global Perspective
Professionalism and Teamwork
Drive For Results
Collaborate and Build Partnerships
Communicate Effectively and Professionally
Challenge Ourselves To Grow
Influence and Inspire Others
Lead Change & Seek Continuous Improvement
Think Strategically
Manage and Develop Talent
What do we have to offer:
We offer you a role in one of the largest banks of the world in a growing and international environment. You have various opportunities to develop yourself and we will support you with that by offering various training and development possibilities.
We take into account your home situation and your ambitions and help you to balance work and private life.
Monthly team events.
To work in an ambitious, international environment with colleagues from different countries and cultures who strive for the best.
Besides that we will offer you:
Gross salary based on experience and consistent with the market
8% holiday allowance and 13th month payment.
30 vacation days per year. Optional you can buy 15 additional days.
Commuting allowance based on annual public transport 2nd class, most economical way, or € 0,23 per km with a max of 75 km one way.
€ 5,00 net remote working compensation per day, with a maximum of € 60,00 per month.
Possibility to order a mobile phone (up to € 800,-)
Possibility to order Office Equipment’s for the home office, (up to € 500,-)
Remote Working Policy i.e. Working From Home (WFH) and Remote Working in another Country.
Bicycle plan (fiscal benefit)
Company fitness (fiscal benefit)
Mental health workshops and budget for external courses (i.e. Dutch language classes).
Employee contribution towards Pension insurance (max 5%, currently 2%), our pension scheme is based on a defined contribution scheme.
Training & development possibilities paid by the bank
Additional information:
Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.
The role is based in the Netherlands. All candidates need to be willing to relocate to the Netherlands. Internal employees will be supported in case of relocation.
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.