AVP/VP Aviation Credit Risk

Own credit oversight for a global aviation finance portfolio
Blend technical analysis with strategic risk judgment

About Our Client

Global financial institution.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive credit assessments for new and existing aviation counterparties, including airlines, aircraft lessors, and related entities
Analyze financial statements, fleet composition, cash flow profiles, operating metrics, and industry risk factors
Review and approve credit requests, including bilateral loans, revolvers, term facilities, and structured aviation transactions
Partner closely with front-office bankers to evaluate deal structures, collateral, pricing, and risk-adjusted returns
Monitor portfolio performance, track early warning indicators, and maintain close oversight of higher-risk exposures
Prepare detailed credit memos and present recommendations to senior credit committees
Collaborate with legal, risk, and operations teams to ensure transactions adhere to internal policies and regulatory requirements
Stay abreast of global aviation trends including fuel volatility, traffic patterns, regulatory developments, and macroeconomic drivers
Support stress testing, portfolio reviews, and periodic risk reporting

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate has a strong credit foundation - whether from corporate credit, transportation finance, or a related industry, and an interest in deepening expertise within the aviation sector.Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or industry certifications a plus
4-10 years of experience in credit risk, corporate underwriting, transportation finance, or structured lending
Strong credit analysis, financial modeling, and written communication skills
Experience assessing complex financial statements and capital structures
Aviation sector knowledge preferred but not required
Ability to synthesize large amounts of data into clear, actionable recommendations
Strong partnership and stakeholder management capabilities

Ideal Candidate Profile

Analytical and detail-oriented with sound credit judgment
Curious and proactive, with the ability to build expertise in the aviation sector
Comfortable collaborating with front‑office teams while maintaining an independent risk perspective
Strong communicator who can defend positions clearly and concisely