VP Project Finance Credit Officer

A leading financial institution is seeking a Vice President to join its Project Finance Credit team within the 2

LoD. This role focuses on independent credit oversight, partnering closely with front-office teams to evaluate, structure, and approve complex financings. The position offers exposure across renewable energy, infrastructure, trade commodity finance, and data center transactions.

Large European bank based in Midtown.

• Provide independent credit analysis and risk assessment on new transactions, amendments, and refinancings
• Collaborate with origination and structuring teams to shape deal frameworks while maintaining appropriate risk discipline
• Review financial models, sensitivity analyses, and key transaction documentation
• Evaluate risk across construction, operational, market, counter party, and regulatory dimensions
• Present credit recommendations to senior credit committees with clear rationale and risk mitigation strategies
• Monitor portfolio performance, including ongoing credit reviews, covenant compliance, and stress testing
• Ensure alignment with internal risk policies, regulatory requirements, and best practices
• Support the development and enhancement of credit policies, frameworks, and procedures

• Renewable Energy (wind, solar, battery storage)
• Infrastructure (transport, social infrastructure, utilities)
• Trade Commodity Finance & Sustainability Finance
• Data Centers

• Significant experience in project finance credit, structured finance, or related risk roles
• Strong understanding of project finance structures, documentation, and risk allocation principles
• Proven ability to assess complex financial models and transaction structures
• Experience with in a banking environment or credit risk function preferred (2
  
  LoD experience advantageous)
• Knowledge of infrastructure and energy markets, including evolving trends in renewables and digital assets
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and present to senior committees

• Analytical and detail-oriented with sound risk judgement
• Commercially aware, with the ability to balance growth and risk considerations
• Collaborative mindset, comfortable working alongside front-office teams
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously

• Competitive salary ranging from $165,000 to $240,000 annually.
• Opportunity to work with a global leader in the financial services industry.
• Collaborative and professional work environment.
• Support for career growth and professional development.

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