What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP - LevFin Credit Risk position at Michael Page?
The LevFin Credit Officer will be responsible for evaluating, approving, and monitoring credit exposure across sponsor-backed and non-investment grade transactions. This role sits at the center of deal execution and portfolio oversight, partnering closely with origination, underwriting, and portfolio management teams to ensure disciplined risk-taking aligned with firm-wide standards.
Client Details
Large European bank.
Description
- Independently assess credit risk for leveraged loans, revolvers, and related structures across new and amended transactions
- Lead detailed financial analysis including cash flow modeling, leverage and coverage metrics, liquidity assessments, and downside scenarios
- Review sponsor dynamics, capital structures, intercreditor arrangements, and legal documentation
- Prepare and present credit memos and risk recommendations to senior risk committees
- Act as a thought partner to deal teams, balancing commercial objectives with prudent risk management
- Monitor assigned portfolio credits, identify emerging risks, and recommend proactive risk mitigation strategies
- Support internal reviews, stress testing, and portfolio-level analysis
- Mentor and review work product of junior team members
Profile
- 6-10 years of experience in leveraged finance credit risk, credit underwriting, or related roles
- Strong understanding of leveraged lending structures, documentation, and sponsor-backed transactions
- Advanced financial statement analysis and cash flow modeling skills
- Proven ability to exercise sound judgment under tight timelines
- Confident communicator with experience presenting to senior stakeholders
- Detail-oriented, intellectually curious, and comfortable operating independently
- Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree a plus
Job Offer
- Competitive salary ranging from $160,000 to $240,000 USD annually.
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Salary : $160,000 - $240,000