Director, Credit Trading, Central Credit Unit

STANDARD CHARTERED BANK (SINGAPORE) LIMITED

Singapore, Singapore
Competitive salary; not specified; core bank fundi...
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5+ years portfolio management experience
Credit and rates market expertise
End-to-end portfolio execution and pricing
Standard Chartered Bank is seeking a Director for its Central Credit Unit in Singapore, responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of credit and spread securities. The ideal candidate should possess significant experience in portfolio management, risk assessment, and a strong understanding of credit markets

Job Summary

  • The role involves managing the Central Credit Unit portfolio to optimize balance sheet usage and generate higher revenue through investment grade spread assets.
  • Candidates must possess strong commercial judgement to evaluate risk-return trade-offs while maintaining appropriate diversity and minimizing volatility.
  • The position offers competitive salary and benefits including flexible working options, global employee assistance programs, and continuous learning opportunities.

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Standard Chartered Bank is seeking a Director for its Central Credit Unit in Singapore, responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of credit and spread securities. The ideal candidate should possess significant experience in portfolio management, risk assessment, and a strong understanding of credit markets.

Salary

Competitive salary; Not specified; Core bank funding for retirement, medical, life insurance, and 30 days minimum time-off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years portfolio management experience
  • Credit and rates market expertise
  • End-to-end portfolio execution and pricing
  • Risk management across market and credit
  • Fixed income analysis and yield curves

Nice-to-have

  • Structured credit and mortgage product knowledge
  • ABS and Ginnie Mae familiarity
  • Strong cross-cultural communication skills
  • Experience with econ hedging strategies
  • Ability to develop fair value calculators

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years in portfolio management or principal risk taking
  • Demonstrated track record in banking front office roles
  • Experience with structured credit products highly desirable

Work Rights

Not specified

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