Capital Markets Risk Director

The Director of Capital Markets Risk will be part of the Capital Markets Risk Management team responsible for the credit delivery process of Financial Sponsors for balance sheet debt capital strategies. The Institutional Financial Sponsors segment is CNB's interface in the institutional markets and sponsors, across Private Equity, Private Credit, Hedge Fund, Asset Managers, Family Offices, etc.

The Director of Capital Markets Risk is responsible for overseeing and managing credit risk assessments, ensuring the integrity of lending portfolios, and providing strategic insights to support sound decision making with the financial domain.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Manage and oversee credit risk within Institutional Financial Sponsor transactions, portfolios, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.

• Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential credit losses.

• Conduct comprehensive analyzes of Capital Markets portfolios, identifying trends and potential areas of concern.

• Utilize data-driven insights to assess credit risk and recommend adjustments to maintain a healthy portfolio.

• Collaborate with senior management to develop and define credit policies specific to specialty lending, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

• Establish and maintain underwriting standards for specific Credit Facilities and Investment Trade Activities transactions, balancing risk and business objectives.

• Work closely with loan syndication teams and senior bankers to access and mitigate credit risks associated with Capital Markets clients.

• Prepare and present comprehensive credit risk reports to executive leadership, articulating key findings and recommendations.

• Stay abreast of industry regulations and ensure the organization's credit practices adhere to all relevant compliance requirements.

• Provide leadership and guidance to Capital Markets Risk Management team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

• Collaborate with partners in sales, trading, banking and capital markets to ensure holistic solutions are delivered to clients.

• Willing to travel at least 20 to 30% of time.

• Serve as subject matter expert in all aspects of specialty credits (e.g. ABS, Fund Finance, capital market transactions) and leads any Audits.

• 10+ years of experience in credit risk management, with a focus in capital markets, investment banking, private equity, private transactions.

• Strong understanding of financial markets, lending practices, and regulatory requirements.

• Proficient in quantitative analysis and risk modeling.

• Advanced skills in data analysis tools and techniques.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex credit risk concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to lead and inspire teams toward common goals.

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Master's Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field.

City National Bank of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or Florida law. City National Bank of Florida complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable Florida laws. Qualified individuals with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the online application or participate in the hiring process may contact our Human Resources Talent Attraction Department at 305-577-7207 or by email at talent.attraction@citynational.com.