VP - Project & Infra / TCF Credit Risk

• Senior credit authority for complex real asset financing
• Global exposure across energy, infrastructure & commodities

About Our Client

Large European bank located in Midtown.

Job Description

• Perform comprehensive credit analysis for project finance and structured trade transactions, including non-recourse and limited-recourse financings.
• Develop in-depth assessments of counterparties, incorporating historical performance, cash flow sustainability, and transaction structure.
• Identify and clearly articulate key credit, market, and structural risks associated with proposed financings.
• Prepare formal credit opinions, including approval decisions or recommendations for escalation and final sign-off.
• Review and validate internal risk ratings, loss parameters (including regulatory capital inputs), and related financial metrics.
• Actively monitor portfolio performance through ongoing reviews, early warning indicators, and quarterly credit assessments.
• Contribute to watchlist processes and support proactive management of deteriorating exposures.
• Analyze trends across bank and capital markets to inform risk perspectives and portfolio strategy.
• Support internal and regulatory reporting in collaboration with portfolio management and governance teams.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of credit policies, underwriting standards, and risk appetite frameworks.
• Participate in the evaluation of new business initiatives, products, and financing structures, including internal committee reviews.
• Collaborate closely with legal, compliance, and front-office partners to ensure sound risk outcomes.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.


The Successful Applicant

Required Experience & Expertise

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in financial services with a strong focus on project finance, infrastructure, and/or commodity-related financing.
• Deep understanding of credit and counterparty risk, particularly within non-recourse project structures and commodity trading entities.
• Strong familiarity with U.S. financial markets and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to assess complex, structured transactions with sound judgment and independence.
• Demonstrated experience approving credit exposures and managing risk across a diversified portfolio.

Core Competencies

• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate complexity into clear risk conclusions.
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across risk, business, legal, and compliance teams.
• Results-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to risk identification and mitigation.
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong written communication skills in English; working knowledge of French is a plus.
• Curious, innovative, and open to new ideas and evolving financing structures.

What's on Offer

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $165,000 to $240,000 USD.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and retirement plans.

Contact

Lauren Van Manen

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