Alternative Assets Credit Risk Manager - up to $180k This role is in the Dallas, TX area.
Join a high-performing credit risk team within a leading global financial institution, where you'll play a critical role in managing exposure to some of the most sophisticated and dynamic clients in the financial markets. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of finance, markets, and client strategy, supporting the firm's trading, lending, and custody activities by evaluating hedge funds and alternative asset managers as counterparties
You'll be responsible for evaluating the financial strength, investment strategies, and liquidity profiles of these counterparties, helping the firm make informed credit decisions and maintain resilience in a fast-moving environment. The role combines deep analytical work with direct client engagement and cross-functional collaboration, making it ideal for professionals who thrive in both technical and relationship-driven settings.
Key Responsibilities
• Assess hedge fund and alternative manager credit profiles using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Conduct due diligence and produce credit memos and periodic reviews.
• Monitor client portfolios, enforce credit limits, and track financial performance and covenant compliance.
• Analyze exposure metrics including VaR and stress scenarios; recommend mitigants such as collateral and structural enhancements.
• Interpret trading agreements and credit terms (e.g., ISDA/CSA).
• Collaborate with internal teams across trading, legal, risk, and client coverage.
• Stay informed on market developments and evaluate their impact on client strategies.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in finance or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in credit risk, preferably with exposure to trading products.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Completion of a formal credit training program and/or hedge fund experience is a plus.
