Wing Head - SME Risk (VP / SVP)

The Nations Bank, National Bank of Pakistan aims to support the financial well-being of the Nation along with enabling sustainable growth and inclusive development through its wide local and international network of branches. Being one of the leading and largest banks of Pakistan, National Bank of Pakistan is contributing significantly towards socioeconomic growth in the country with an objective to transform the institution into a future-fit, agile and sustainable Bank.

In line with our strategy, the Bank is looking for talented, dedicated and experienced professional(s) for the following position in the area of of Risk Management based at Karachi.

The individuals who fulfill the below basic-eligibility criteria may apply for the following position:

Position / Job Title:
Wing Head - SME Risk (VP / SVP)

Reporting to:

Head - SME Risk - SME Risk and RMG HR & Administration Division

Educational /Professional Qualification:

• Minimum Graduation or equivalent from a local or international university / college / institute recognized by the HEC of Pakistan
• Candidates having Masters degree and / or any other relevant certification(s) will
  be preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of banking experience, out of which 07 years in Commercial and / or SME, either on the business and / or risk management side in a commercial bank

Other Skills / Expertise / Knowledge Required:

• Leadership & people management

• Credit risk assessment skills for SME

• Knowledge of SBPs Prudential Regulations

• Understanding of different types of collaterals

• Knowledge of SME product program

• Problem solving & decision making

• The ability to use knowledge of specific sectors and the broader economy to make a judgment about specific credits

Outline of Main Duties / Responsibilities:

• To exercise credit approval authority delegated from time to time to approve/ recommend proposals for approval. Processing will include SME credit proposals for both conventional and Islamic banking country wide. Analyze credit risk and assess obligors credit worthiness in conjunction with the collateral offered, and
  ensure compliance with Banks internal policies, procedures and SBP Prudential Regulations

• To review SME Product program both manual and digital processing of credit approvals

• To assist and support Head SME Risk with credit review, assessment, and monitoring

• To liaison with different stakeholders like business, CAD, audit etc., Head Office level to ensure smooth operations

• To ensure audit requirements and observations are addressed (both internal and external) and implement measures to minimize recurrence

• To ensure all processes are completed within the specified turnaround time

• To monitor the credit portfolio for early warnings, maintain portfolio MISs and ensure timely submission

• To train and develop the team maintaining high standards

• To perform any other assignment assigned by the supervisor(s)
  

Place of Posting:

Karachi

Assessment Interview(s)

Only shortlisted candidates strictly meeting the above-mentioned basic eligibility criteriawill be invited for panel interview(s).

Employment Type:

The employment will be on contractual basis for three years which may be renewed ondiscretion of the Management. Selected candidates will be offered compensationpackage and other benefits as per Banks Policy / rules.

Apply within 10 working days from the date of this job posting.

Applications received after due date will not be considered in any case. No TA / DA will be admissible for interview.

National Bank of Pakistan is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of gender, religion, or disability.