Full Time Head, FIG Credit (Singapore) Jobs, in Maybank Singapore - Maukerja

Join Maybank Singapore as Head, FIG Credit and play a pivotal role in shaping the Bank's FIG credit strategy across ASEAN. The role is responsible for overseeing end-to-end credit underwriting and execution across a portfolio of Financial Institutions, Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFIs), Financial Sponsors, Funds, Insurance Companies, Asset Managers and other institutional clients. The successful candidate will work closely with Relationship Managers, Risk and Product partners to deliver high-quality credit submissions while maintaining strong underwriting standards and portfolio quality.

The candidate will lead the team in managing the full credit lifecycle, from financial spreading, credit analysis and cash flow modelling through to credit paper preparation, committee presentation, documentation and implementation of approved facilities. Strong technical credit skills, sound judgement and the ability to coach and develop a team of credit professionals are essential for this role.

Responsibilities:-

• Lead and manage a team of Account Managers supporting the Financial Institutions Group (FIG) franchise covering Banks, Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFIs), Financial Sponsors, Asset Managers, Insurance Companies, Funds and Institutional Real Estate clients.
• Oversee end-to-end credit execution, including financial spreading, credit analysis, cash flow modelling, transaction structuring, credit paper preparation, documentation and implementation of credit facilities.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality credit submissions with sound risk assessment, clear credit rationale and strong underwriting standards.
• Provide guidance and challenge to the team on financial analysis, risk identification, transaction structuring, covenant design and credit mitigants.
• Partner Relationship Managers, Product, Legal, Compliance and Risk teams to structure financing solutions that are both commercially viable and aligned with the Bank's risk appetite.
• Review and present credit proposals to senior management and Credit Committees, including defending recommendations and addressing credit concerns.
• Monitor portfolio quality and identify emerging risks across clients, sectors, countries and sponsors, including stress testing and portfolio reviews.
• Support the execution of complex transactions including syndicated loans, structured financings, acquisition financings, NAV facilities, subscription facilities and other specialised lending structures.
• Drive continuous improvement in underwriting standards, credit processes, portfolio monitoring and team productivity.
• Coach, mentor and develop junior, mid-level and senior account managers, fostering strong credit judgement, technical competency and execution excellence.

Requirements:-

Degree-qualified with 15+ years of relevant credit and risk management experience within a leading financial institution.

Strong hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Banks and Financial Institutions
• Asset Managers, Insurers and Broker-Dealers
• Non-Bank Financial Institutions (NBFIs)
• Financial Sponsors / Private Equity
• Structured Lending and Structured Finance
• Sovereign, Supranational and Policy Institutions
• Digital Infrastructure and Data Centre Financing

Proven expertise in:

• Credit underwriting and complex risk assessment
• Financial analysis, cashflow modelling and transaction structuring
• Leveraged finance and sponsor-backed transactions
• Structured and syndicated lending
• Portfolio management, stress testing and risk monitoring
• Credit Committee submissions and senior stakeholder presentations

Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing high-performing teams.

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance client needs, business growth and prudent risk management.

Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.

Experience covering ASEAN and cross-border transactions.

CFA, FRM, CA or equivalent professional qualifications will be advantageous.

Only shortlisted candidate will be notified.