Associate Vice President or Vice President, Aviation Credit Risk

Associate Vice President or Vice President, Aviation Credit RiskAbout the CompanyRenowned banking institutionIndustryBankingTypePrivately HeldAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking an Associate Vice President or Vice President for Aviation Credit Risk. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting in-depth credit assessments of aviation counterparties, including airlines, aircraft lessors, and related entities. This involves analyzing financial statements, fleet composition, cash flow profiles, operating metrics, and industry risk factors. The role also includes reviewing and approving various credit requests, partnering with front-office bankers to evaluate deal structures, and monitoring portfolio performance. The ideal candidate should have a strong credit foundation, with 4-10 years' experience in credit risk, corporate underwriting, transportation finance, or structured lending, and possess strong credit analysis, financial modeling, and written communication skills. Applicants for this role at the company should be analytical, detail-oriented, and have a proactive approach to building expertise in the aviation sector. While aviation sector knowledge is preferred, it is not required. The role demands the ability to synthesize large amounts of data into clear recommendations, strong partnership and stakeholder management capabilities, and the ability to collaborate with front-office teams while maintaining an independent risk perspective. The candidate should be a strong communicator, capable of defending positions clearly and concisely, and be comfortable with the preparation of detailed credit memos and presenting recommendations to senior credit committees. A Bachelor's degree is required, with an advanced degree or industry certifications being a plus.Travel PercentLess than 10%FunctionsFinance