Credit Review Americas - VP

Credit Review Analyst

Credit Review provides the Board and bank management with an independent view of the quantity, quality and direction of credit risk in the America's portfolio.

This position requires an individual with a strong credit analysis background covering corporate borrowers across various industry segments (experience covering Telecommunications, Technology, and / or Sponsor / LBO finance transactions a plus). The candidate will assist the Team in completing the annual review plan by conducting independent credit reviews to ensure compliance with Bank policies and procedures as well as adherence with regulatory guidelines thereby minimizing losses. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to communicate credit risk management weaknesses identified to Credit Review senior management and the line of business; as well as effectively challenge internal and regulatory risk ratings where appropriate.

Responsibilities include :

• Reviews : Use professional expertise to opine on the adequacy of facility underwriting and documentation, including, but not limited to, collateral, repayment sources, risk appetite, leverage, enterprise valuations, discounted cash flow analysis.
• Assess the sufficiency of credit risk monitoring programs, relevant performance covenants and monitoring guidelines and trigger events. Ensure all credit extensions are made in compliance with Mizuho's lending policies and procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• Evaluate borrower financial performance through the assessment of financial statements and credit risk metrics, including income statement, cash flow statement, balance sheet and capital structure analysis. Evaluate the financial performance against all base and stress-scenario financial projections as required.
• Determine the accuracy of U.S. Regulatory Classifications and internal risk ratings / Head Office Customer Categorization, recommend, document and fully support all changes to the same in accordance with Credit Review's position as final arbiter.
• Use knowledge of industry best practices, regulatory requirements and professional experience to identify deficiencies and / or areas of improvement in Mizuho's credit risk management processes, procedures and policies.
• Verify the adequacy of the Allocation for Loan and Lease Losses (ALLL) procedures as required.
• Perform regular Risk Assessments for assigned portfolio segments to accurately document Credit Review's current opinion of the quantity, quality and direction of credit risk in the Mizuho America's portfolio. Maintain regular contact with front office, credit, audit and compliance colleagues, and utilize third-party resources and professional networks to provide as accurately and timely an assessment as possible.
• Perform Continuous Monitoring reviews on assigned portfolio segments to enhance the early detection of credit risk in the Mizuho America's credit portfolio and enhance Credit Review's Risk Assessment process.
• Draft potential review issues for discussion with relevant Reviewer-in-Charge, Credit Review management and with review targets as directed.
• Use portfolio knowledge and expertise to assist in the planning, preparation and training of review team members prior to the start of review fieldwork as directed.

Policies & Procedures :

Other : Additional responsibilities / special projects as directed by management.

Qualifications include :

The expected base salary ranges from $175,000.00 - $200,000.00. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, including but not limited to Medical, Dental and 401k that begin on day one of employment, successful candidates are also eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research.

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO / AA Employer - M / F / Disability / Veteran. We participate in the E-Verify program. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.