Deutsche Bank · 1 week ago
Credit Risk Management (CRM) Hedge Funds and Private Equity Team Head - Director
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$170K/yr - $280K/yrDeutsche Bank is a leading global investment bank, and they are seeking a Director for their Credit Risk Management - Hedge Funds and Private Equity team. This role involves overseeing the credit risk profile of the regional hedge fund and private equity client portfolio and leading a team of credit officers to manage complex financial transactions and relationships.
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Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of nine (9) credit officers across New York and Jacksonville
Be ultimately accountable for managing the credit risk of the regional hedge fund and private equity portfolio
Serve as the key regional decision-maker and primary escalation point for all credit-related issues within the Americas portfolio
Comfortably brief and engage with senior management and regulators on portfolio developments, emerging risk issues, and strategic risk appetite discussions
Participate in and lead credit due diligence meetings with clients to gain a comprehensive understanding of their investment processes, strategies, risk management frameworks, and traded products
Implement proactive monitoring and management strategies for large, concentrated, or illiquid exposures utilizing Deutsche Bank’s credit risk management and product monitoring systems
Qualification
Required
Minimum of extensive years of progressive experience in a leadership role, specifically managing hedge fund and/or private equity fund credit risk
Profound knowledge of credit risk management principles coupled with a solid understanding of hedge funds and private equity funds, including expertise in a broad range of investment strategies and their associated risks
Strong understanding of master trading documentation (e.g., ISDA, GMRA, MSLA) and proven ability to guide and support the team during complex negotiations
Demonstrated experience in managing funds in distress and leading effectively during crisis situations is highly advantageous
In-depth knowledge of all major derivative instruments and their respective master agreements, with a full understanding of their risk characteristics
A decisive and inspiring leader capable of building trust and respect within a team of experienced credit professionals and with clients
A technically strong candidate with a proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop staff, consistently driving excellent results
An articulate and poised communicator, comfortable and effective in interacting with regulators, senior business leaders, and external clients
Able to identify emerging risks, anticipate market shifts, and contribute strategically to the Bank's risk framework
Preferred
Prior experience in managing private equity funds credit risk is strongly preferred
Benefits
A diverse and inclusive environment that embraces change, innovation, and collaboration
A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, generous vacation, personal and volunteer days
Employee Resource Groups support an inclusive workplace for everyone and promote community engagement
Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits, retirement savings plans, parental leave, and family building benefits
Educational resources, matching gift and volunteer programs
Company
Deutsche Bank
Deutsche Bank is an investment bank that offers financial products and services to corporate and institutional clients.
Founded in 1870
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.07BKey Investors
European Investment BankCapital GroupCerberus Capital Management
2025-06-11Post Ipo Debt· $570.76M
2024-11-14Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2020-10-13Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Dilipkumar Khandelwal
Chief Executive Officer, Deutsche India
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Tom Patrick
CEO, Americas
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