Corporate Banking Associate

Purpose of Job

Assist Corporate Banking Relationship Managers to achieve Corporate Banking’s team and sales KPIs.
Support the growth of Corporate Banking London Branch business in a sustainable and profitable manner, while behaves ethically and produces work that is compliance with relevant Laws and Regulatory requirements.
Support execution of banking solutions to meet the needs of new and existing Corporate Banking clients.

Key result areas

Performance and achievement against branch and department KPI’s.
Ensure compliance with all branch and regulatory policies and requirements including conduct, KYC and AML requirements.
Support CB department to deliver high standard AML documents, client support documentations and meetings pack in a professional and timely manner.

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

Support CB Relationship Managers to grow revenue to meet team targets;
Support CB Relationship Managers to enhance relationships with Head Office, Domestic Branches and existing clients to increase size of deals and explore cross-selling opportunities, such as loans, deposits, trade finance, cash management, FX, bond issuance, RMB business, etc.;
Support CB Relationship Managers to provide and promote high quality corporate banking products and services to Corporate Banking’s clients;
Prepare required documentations for internal reporting and meetings; and client meetings for Relationship Managers and Head of CBD when required;
Update and maintain accurate client/credit files;
Support Relationship Managers to carry out Pre-loan investigation, credit procedure and after-loan management, the implementation of the trade financing business review and self-examination;
Carry out corporate KYC and AML related work;
Take initiative to work across London Branch in an efficient and effective manner to create a cohesive and professional culture across the Bank’s London Branch.
In addition to these duties, the Employee may from time to time be required to undertake additional or other duties within his/her capacity as necessary to meet the needs of the bank's business.

Specifications

Undergraduate degree with at least 2.1 in a quantitative subject e.g. Economics, Accounting and Finance;
Bilingual in both English and Mandarin (both spoken and written);
Minimum 2 years’ experience in UK financial market with experience in front office support (KYC/CDD/credit analysis);
Interested in working at a growing bank with fast paced environment;
Takes responsibility and needs limited oversight to accomplish tasks, a self-starter;
Strong communications skills for dealing with key internal stakeholders at all levels;
Ability to work to tight deadlines and deliver practical solutions.