Credit Risk Management; CRM Hedge Funds and Private Equity Team Head - Director

Credit Risk Management (CRM) Hedge Funds and Private Equity Team Head - Director

Position Overview

Job Title Credit Risk Management (CRM) Hedge Funds and Private Equity Team Head

Corporate Title Director

Location New York

Overview Credit Risk Management is a centralized risk-type function within the Chief Risk Office. Our CRM – Hedge Funds and Private Equity team provides critical risk oversight and expertise across various business units within the Corporate & Investment Bank, with a primary focus on the Fixed Income & Currencies businesses. As the Americas Head of Credit Risk Management – Hedge Funds and Private Equity, you will be a pivotal leader, responsible for overseeing and actively managing the credit risk profile of Deutsche Bank’s regional hedge fund and private equity client portfolio.

This encompasses a diverse range of investment strategies, traded products, and structured lending solutions. Based in New York, you will report directly to the Global Head of CRM Funds in London. This role demands a seasoned professional capable of leading a team of experienced credit officers, acting as the key regional decision‑maker, and serving as the primary escalation point for all credit‑related matters within your remit.

What We Offer You

• A diverse and inclusive environment that embraces change, innovation, and collaboration
• A hybrid working model, allowing for in‑office / work‑from‑home flexibility, generous vacation, personal and volunteer days
• Employee Resource Groups support an inclusive workplace for everyone and promote community engagement
• Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits, retirement savings plans, parental leave, and family building benefits
• Educational resources, matching gift and volunteer programs

What You’ll Do

• Strategic Leadership & Team Management:
  Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team of nine (9) credit officers across New York and Jacksonville. Provide strong guidance, expertise, and thought leadership, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Portfolio Oversight &
  
  Risk Management:
  
  Be ultimately accountable for managing the credit risk of the regional hedge fund and private equity portfolio. This includes approving complex and/or large transactions, particularly structured financing with private capital funds, and actively managing high‑profile or higher‑risk relationships
• Decision‑Making & Escalation:
  Serve as the key regional decision‑maker and primary escalation point for all credit‑related issues within the Americas portfolio. This includes matters requiring urgent attention, such as missed margin calls or information indicating client financial distress, necessitating rapid assessment and decisive action
• Senior Stakeholder Engagement:
  Brief and engage with senior management and regulators on portfolio developments, emerging risk issues, and strategic risk appetite discussions. Build and maintain strong relationships with key internal stakeholders across various functions
• Due Diligence & Documentation:
  Participate in and lead credit due diligence meetings with clients to gain a comprehensive understanding of their investment processes, strategies, risk‑management frameworks, and traded products. Lead complex legal negotiations and approve non‑standard documentation terms based on a thorough overall risk assessment
• Proactive Portfolio Management:
  Implement proactive monitoring and management strategies for large, concentrated, or illiquid exposures utilizing Deutsche Bank’s credit risk management and product monitoring systems. Ensure active portfolio management and maintain high data quality for all existing counter parties

How You’ll Lead

• Market & Regulatory Intelligence:
  Participate in regular meetings with CRM senior management and 1st Line of Defense to discuss market dynamics, top exposures, and stress names. Stay abreast of market developments, regulatory issues, and potential weaknesses or stress within the hedge fund and private equity sectors
• Senior Stakeholder Engagement:
  Brief and engage with senior management and regulators on portfolio developments, emerging risk issues, and strategic risk appetite…