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Affin Bank·BFSI·2 days ago

Senior Relationship Manager – Labuan Corporate Office

Labuan, MalaysiaMid · 5-8 yearsH1B likely

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JOB PURPOSE

The Team Lead / SRM, LCO is responsible for originating, obtaining approvals and managing offshore corporate banking relationships booked through LCO, with a focus on foreign currency lending, cross‑border financing and structured transactions, while maintaining credit quality, compliance and profitability.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Task Force

  • Participate in the LCO Task Force to support execution readiness, FCY booking governance and inter‑BU coordination.
  • Attend credit committee and approval meetings physically in Labuan, where required, to support LCO‑booked transactions and meet Labuan substance requirements, including attendance in the absence of the Head of LCO.
  • Coordinate execution‑related matters arising from credit approvals and escalate issues to the Head of LCO as appropriate.

B. Business Origination & Client Coverage

  • Originate and manage offshore corporate and institutional clients in line with LCO’s target market and risk appetite.
  • Structure and execute FCY loans, bilateral and syndicated facilities, and structured finance transactions.
  • Act as the primary relationship liaison for assigned LCO clients.

C. InterBU Deal Coordination

  • Work closely with relevant Business Units under the Group Corporate Banking Division on foreign currency loan transactions proposed to be booked under LCO.
  • Coordinate deal structuring, credit submissions, documentation and execution across originating BUs and LCO.
  • Support the Head of LCO in ensuring seamless inter‑BU coordination for offshore‑booked transactions.

D. Credit & Risk Management

  • Prepare high‑quality credit proposals, annual reviews and transaction papers in accordance with Group standards.
  • Monitor portfolio performance, covenant compliance and early warning indicators.
  • Engage Risk, Credit and Compliance teams to ensure sound risk outcomes.

E. Revenue & Portfolio Management

  • Drive revenue through lending margins, fees, syndication income and cross‑selling opportunities (e.g., treasury and hedging).
  • Ensure pricing reflects risk, capital and return considerations.
  • Manage/monitor portfolio exposure, utilisation and concentration efficiently.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Banking, Business, Economics, Accounting, or related field.
  • Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Corporate Banking, Relationship Management, Structured Finance, Syndication, or Commercial Banking.
  • Proven experience in managing corporate/institutional clients and originating FCY loans, syndicated facilities, and cross-border financing transactions.
  • Strong knowledge of credit analysis, financial assessment, credit proposal writing, and portfolio management.
  • Familiarity with corporate banking products, structured finance, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong business development, client relationship management, negotiation, and deal structuring skills.
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation abilities.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple transactions, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  • High integrity with strong understanding of compliance, governance, and risk controls.
  • Willing to travel to Labuan and attend credit committee or approval meetings when required.
  • Must be Labuan Locals.