MUFG UK | Vice President Credit Manager, EMEA (GMMT)

What you'll do

• This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the credit strategy for high-growth technology clients across the innovation economy, working within a supportive and knowledgeable team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional development.
• As part of MUFG’s Corporate Investment Banking Credit division, you will be at the forefront of enabling sustainable growth through intelligent lending strategies, robust risk frameworks, and close partnership with both local and international teams.
• If you are passionate about credit management and eager to contribute to a trusted financial group committed to empowering clients and employees alike, this role provides the platform to make a meaningful impact.
• You will play an integral role in monitoring portfolio performance, identifying emerging risks or opportunities through insightful reporting, and providing well-founded recommendations that shape strategic decision-making at senior levels.
• Work closely with experienced professionals in London and across international offices, benefiting from a culture that prioritises teamwork, knowledge sharing, and personal development.
• Conduct comprehensive credit analysis for Growth & Mid Market Technology (GMMT) transactions across EMEA, engaging with front line teams on management calls and evaluating submissions using advanced rating methodologies.
• Monitor and review existing GMMT portfolio transactions regularly, making informed recommendations regarding credit decisions and ratings to senior management.
• Prepare detailed comparative statistics, graphs, tables, and narratives to provide senior leaders with insights into portfolio quality or emerging risks and opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with the Front Line GMMT team to understand trends in the innovation economy and wider corporate finance market, contributing valuable insights to credit strategy development.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects aimed at refining risk criteria or policy in response to evolving market conditions while supporting intelligent growth initiatives.
• Draft reports for Tokyo Head Office and European Headquarters as required, ensuring clarity and accuracy in all credit committee materials produced.
• Ensure full compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies by adhering strictly to established procedures throughout all aspects of your work.
• Support the Head of GMMT Credit EMEA by advancing credit risk frameworks, appetite settings, portfolio monitoring systems, and early warning mechanisms tailored for the innovation sector.
• Contribute actively to building a collaborative team environment focused on continuous learning, mutual support, and shared success.
• You will bring finely honed analytical skills supported by advanced education or professional qualifications where applicable.
• Attend customer meetings alongside front line teams to develop deep understanding of client needs while fostering strong interdepartmental relationships.

What you bring

• To excel as Vice President Credit Manager EMEA at MUFG, your background should reflect substantial experience within financial services, particularly in roles involving leveraged finance or lending into technology-driven sectors.
• Your proven expertise will encompass not only technical proficiency in credit assessment but also an empathetic approach towards teamwork and relationship-building.
• Your ability to communicate complex ideas clearly, both verbally and in writing, will be essential as you interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience working within a financial institution’s credit division covering leveraged finance or lending into the innovation economy or TMT sectors.
• Comprehensive understanding of credit assessment processes and risk management principles relevant to structured finance products.
• Proven ability to manage regulatory audits associated with credit functions while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective communication with both senior management figures and junior colleagues alike.
• A track record of contributing positively to team culture through collaboration, dependability, and a willingness to learn from others.
• Bachelor’s degree as a minimum educational requirement; advanced qualifications such as Master’s degree, CFA designation or recognised accountancy credentials are advantageous.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities coupled with sound judgement when navigating uncertain economic environments.
• Advanced problem-solving capabilities including adapting debt structuring solutions responsively for diverse client needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Co-Pilot AI tools; ability to articulate strategic vision effectively.

MUFG UK

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