Counterparty Credit Risk Officer - Fund Finance

Counter party Credit Risk Officer - Fund Finance

BBVA NY is seeking a Counter party Credit Risk Officer to join our Financial Institutions team in New York. This role requires specific experience in Financial Sponsors coverage, with a strong emphasis on Capital Call Facilities and Fund Finance structures. The successful candidate will play a critical role in analyzing and managing counter party credit risk for our institutional clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze Credit Agreements, Borrowing Base certificates, Limited Partnership Agreements (LPAs), and side letters. Prepare comprehensive, high-quality credit applications for new and existing deals.
• Present credit applications and deal summaries for approval to both the New York and Madrid Credit Committees.
• Review and process interim requests, including waivers and amendments.
• Maintain accurate credit files and documentation folders to ensure readiness for internal audits and credit quality control reviews.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of traded products and related documentation, including ISDA, CSA, CDEA, and GMRA agreements.
• Utilize advanced Excel skills to manage and coordinate spreadsheets and financial data from trading systems.
• Possess strong communication and presentation skills, capable of handling high‑stress environments and meeting occasional crunch‑time deadlines effectively.

Knowledge and Expertise:

• In‑depth knowledge of the Fund Finance space and structured products.
• Solid understanding of general credit risk principles, foundations, and methodologies. Strong ability to analyze financial statements.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related quantitative field.
• 10 years of relevant experience in Finance, Credit Risk Management, Underwriting, or Loan Review, preferably within a major financial institution covering the FIG sector.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $150,000 to $180,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.

In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

* Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Finance and Other

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)