Corporate Banking Operations Assistant Vice President (AVP) – Credit Documentation Specialist
Reference: SMBC1JP00002110
Location: Harbour Exchange Square, London
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2–3 days per week in the office, flexible office days)
Contract: Fixed Term until March 2027 (no extension anticipated)
Rate: £310–£540 per day (Umbrella)
Overvie
wWe are seeking an experienced Corporate Banking Operations AVP – Credit Documentation Specialist to join the Execution Control Team within a leading international bank. This is an excellent opportunity for an operational subject matter expert with strong knowledge of loan, trade finance and derivative documentation to support a busy and evolving business area
.The successful candidate will play a key role in reviewing, onboarding and approving complex credit documentation, ensuring all documentation is operationally sound and compliant before progressing through the approval process
.
Key Responsibiliti
- esReview and onboard loan, trade finance and derivative documentation from both an operational and credit risk perspectiv
- e.Ensure documentation is accurate, complete and meets internal policies and regulatory requirements before approvals are obtaine
- d.Act as an operational SME for complex documentation querie
- s.Support the Execution Control team in managing documentation throughout the transaction lifecycl
- e.Work closely with Front Office teams to resolve documentation issues and facilitate smooth executio
- n.Liaise with internal stakeholders including Legal, Compliance, Operations and Technology to ensure documentation and operational processes are aligne
- d.Contribute to change initiatives and process improvements as documentation standards continue to evolv
- e.Manage a high volume of documentation while maintaining accuracy and attention to detai
l.
Skills & Experience Requi
- redStrong background within Corporate Banking Operations or Credit Documentati
- on.Demonstrable experience reviewing loan, trade finance and/or derivative documentati
- on.Solid understanding of credit documentation processes and operational contro
- ls.Experience using Loan IQ is highly desirab
- le.Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to deta
- il.Ability to interpret complex legal and operational documentati
- on.Comfortable working in a fast-paced, changing environment with competing prioriti
- es.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skil
- ls.Banking or financial services background is essenti
al.
Stakeholder Manage
mentThis role requires extensive collaboration across internal teams, includ
- ing:Front Of
- ficeL
- egalCompli
- anceOperat
- ionsTechno
logy
There is no external client interaction; however, strong internal communication, collaboration and relationship management are critical to suc
cess.
Ideal Can
didateThe successful candidate will be an experienced operational documentation specialist who is confident interpreting complex credit documentation, enjoys working collaboratively across multiple teams, and thrives in an environment where processes and documentation continue to evolve. They will be proactive, organised and capable of managing competing priorities while maintaining high levels of accuracy and operational co
ntrol.
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sidered.Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you acco
rdingly.
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