Senior Counterparty Risk Specialist (Charlotte)

Job Title: Senior Credit Review Portfolio Specialist – Counterparty Credit Risk

Target Pay Rate: $160,000 – $170,000 per year + bonus

Overview

Join a growing credit risk team as a Senior Credit Review Portfolio Specialist , where you'll review credit decisions, assess counterparty risk, and influence key risk management strategies across global portfolios. If you're looking to make a difference in a collaborative, high-performing environment, we'd love to connect with you.

Required Skills

• 8 to 10+ years of commercial credit experience (direct lending, underwriting, workout, credit review, risk management, or regulatory)
• Deep understanding of counterparty credit risk concepts such as limits frameworks, exposure metrics, margin practices, risk sensitivities, stress testing, and trading agreements (ISDA/CSA)
• Strong credit analysis, project management, and leadership skills
• Experience in risk management, lending, or regulatory environments
• Ability to support conclusions through fact-based analysis and influence senior leaders
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Data manipulation and analytical skills
• Proven ability to lead without authority
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in finance, accounting, economics, or related business field

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Over 10 years of direct counterparty credit risk, market risk, or credit portfolio management experience, especially within hedge funds, prime brokerage, or regulated funds
• Experience with identifying, assessing, and reporting on emerging risks
• Ability to coach and mentor junior team members
• Proficiency in Excel and AI tools to optimize workflow efficiency
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks and risk assessment methodologies

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related discipline
• 8-10+ years of relevant commercial credit or risk management experience, with a focus on counterparty exposures
• Demonstrated expertise in risk analysis, portfolio management, and regulatory engagement

Other Requirements

• Hybrid work schedule, primarily 4 days onsite at designated locations 
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills
• No specific travel, security clearance, or physical requirements specified
• Work authorization for the U.S. is required

Associate Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply for open positions with our company.