If you are interested in this candidate, please contact Simon Blau via email sblau@cerfinancial.co.uk or call on 0207 626 6065.

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PROFILE:

Senior Credit Risk Professional with 15+ years of investment banking expertise of FIs and NBFIs, fund finance, and portfolio management across global markets. Proven track record of leading high-performing teams, delivering robust risk frameworks, leading complex projects, and partnering with front office to enable sustainable growth while maintaining strong risk governance. Deep product knowledge across derivatives, repos, and fund financing, combined with international experience and fluency in 4 languages. Fully committed, willing to learn and do, team player.

SKILLS:

• Credit Risk Management (FIs and NBFIs)
• Team Management and Leadership
• Product Knowledge (derivatives, repos, securities
• Cross Border and Cross Functional Collaboration financing, SRTs, loans, NAV financing, subscription calls)
• Negotiation of Credit Terms (ISDA/CSA, GMRA, GMSLA, Fund Finance)
• Project Leadership and Coordination (Front Office, Middle Office, Legal, Compliance, Risk)
• Strong Presentation and Communication to Senior Management
• Multilingual (English, Italian, Spanish, Romanian)

TECHNICAL:

• Microsoft Office, Bloomberg
• Prince2 Qualified (2017)
• ESG Certificate (ED4S Academy)- currently studying

CAREER HISTORY:

2009 - present

Banking

Executive Director - NBFI Credit Risk

• Lead and manage the NBFI credit risk team of 5 analysts and set risk appetite standards across the NBFI portfolio.
• Provide credit risk oversight for European and LatAm asset managers, hedge funds, and alternative funds, partnering with front office on complex financing and trading transactions.
• Co-chair the Local Rating Committee, Local Delegated Authority Committee and Global Hedge Funds Rating Committee.
• Review and approve annual reviews, ratings, credit appetite (including stressed scenarios) and new transactions for both FIs and NBFIs such as derivatives, repos, SRT securitization, subscription call lines, NAV financing, RCFs and LCs.
• Negotiate credit terms within ISDA/CSA/CDEA, GMRA, and GMSLA and fund financing legal documentation to optimize client risk-return profile.
• Act as primary risk contact for the development of the rating models and guidelines for traditional funds and pension funds, real money asset managers, and hedge funds.
• Lead projects related to automation of risk processes (onboarding infrastructure, exposure reporting) and global databases.
• Develop and enhance internal credit risk policies for derivatives, securities financing, and alternative fund lending.
• Regularly present portfolio outlooks and risk recommendations to senior management and internal committees.
• Lead regulatory enquiries by preparing responses, coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate submission and compliance with supervisory requirements.

2005 – 2009

Banking

AVP- European Corporates (Energy), FI & NBFI Credit Risk

• Performed in-depth credit assessments of European banks, asset managers and funds, as well as corporates within the energy space, identifying early warning signals and regulatory impacts.
• Supported structuring and approval of transaction including IRS, FX, TRS, repos, equity derivatives, commodity derivatives, and RCFs under own delegated authority.
• Prepared and presented credit proposals to risk committees, influencing investment banking deal execution.
• Conducted market research, stress testing, and scenario analysis to support investment and risk strategy.

2002 - 2005

Financial Intelligence Company

Business Analyst (M&A & Distressed Debt)

• Produced financial and operational analysis of distressed corporates to identify investment opportunities for hedge funds and private equity.
• Forecasted defaults, rating changes, and restructuring outcomes for live transactions.
• Delivered actionable insights on CDS spreads, covenant structures, and debt maturity profiles.

1999

Banking

Junior Financial Analyst (Internship)

• Supported financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting directly to senior management.
• Gained foundational experience in credit, GAAP reporting, and corporate banking processes.

EDUCATION:

School of Economics

MSc, International Business (Major in Finance)

Academy of Economic Studies

BA, Business Administration (Accounting & Economics)

LANGUAGES:

• English (fluent), Italian (fluent), Spanish (fluent), French (basic conversation), Romanian (native)

References Available Upon Request

If you are interested in this candidate, please contact Simon Blau via email sblau@cerfinancial.co.uk or call on 0207 626 6065.
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