VP- Credit Securitisation

We are working with a leading international bank , looking to hire an experienced VP within its Securitisation Credit Risk function. This is a high‑impact role sitting in the second line of defence, covering ABS/RMBS and related structured finance transactions originated across EMEA.

VP – Securitisation Credit Risk
London (Hybrid)
Competitive base salary + bonus + benefits

We are working with a leading international bank , looking to hire an experienced VP within its Securitisation Credit Risk function. This is a high‑impact role sitting in the second line of defence, covering ABS/RMBS and related structured finance transactions originated across EMEA.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a credit approver for securitisation and asset‑backed transactions (including RMBS, consumer ABS, auto, cards and trade receivables).

• Perform independent credit analysis of underlying pools, structures, counterparties and counterpart risk mitigants.

• Challenge and validate transaction structures, cashflow assumptions, stress scenarios and risk‑return profiles.

• Prepare and present credit proposals and recommendations to internal credit committees and senior management.

• Monitor an existing portfolio of securitisation and structured‑finance exposures, including limit management, early‑warning indicators and watchlist actions.

• Contribute to the development and refinement of risk appetite, credit policies and underwriting standards for securitised products.

• Work closely with front office, structuring, legal and risk methodology teams to ensure transactions meet the firm’s risk, capital and regulatory requirements.

Candidate profile

• Significant experience in credit risk or credit approval within a major bank or rating agency, with a clear focus on securitisation / structured finance / asset‑backed products.

• Strong understanding of RMBS/ABS structures, collateral pools, cashflow waterfalls, enhancements and typical covenant packages.

• Proven experience writing and presenting detailed credit papers and defending recommendations in committee.

• Solid grasp of relevant regulatory and capital frameworks for securitisation in Europe and the UK.

• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate key risks succinctly.

If you meet the above set criteria, please apply or send a copy of your CV to hadjra.sohawon@robertwalters.com

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