Senior Credit Officer – Arab Bank – Jordan

Senior Credit Officer (Arabic Speaking)

Amman- Jordan – (attractive package) + bonus + bens

Arab Bank  was established in 1930 and today has the largest Arab banking network covering over 500 branches in 30 countries spanning 5 continents.  Its founding mission has been the driving force behind the significant role it has played in advancing Arab economies through financing strategic projects across the Middle East and North Africa -MENA.  It was- and still is- a key player in facilitating Pan-Arab trade and connecting the world to MENA markets. (www.arabbank.com)

 
There is an opening for an Arabic-speaking Senior Credit Officer who will report to the Chief Credit Officer CCO, and who will lead a Middle East-based team of Credit Analysts with a regional scope.

Key accountabilities include:

•  Reviewing and recommending the Credit/portfolio strategies of the Region from industry and client segment perspectives.
•  Analyzing credit requests received from Corporate Banking executives in line with strategy and portfolio guidelines.
• Review/ identify the appropriateness of risk mitigation tools and exit strategies.
• Ensure the integrity and quality of client, market and industry data analysis
•  Participate in relevant credit committee(s)
• Work with Country Credit Managers and Area Management towards achieving country business targets.
• Set business objectives, manage performance and provide leadership advice to a team of Middle East – based Credit  Analysts.

The successful applicant will have a track record of success in Credit review and Credit risk management , gained with international banks, and of leading teams of diversified cultural and professional backgrounds.  He or she shall be a transparent and collaborative leader and will excel at communicating with stakeholders at every level of the organisation. 

If you wish to explore the opportunities associated with this role or need further clarifications on the role accountabilities and dimensions, please contact: recruitment@arabbank.com.jo