Vice President - Credit Administration at Mizuho Americas Services LLC in Jersey City, New Jersey

Job Description:

1. SUMMARY:

The Vice President is responsible for supervising remote staff and overseeing daily operations performed by the Credit Administration Unit.  The functions carried out provide the Unit Head with supervisory support over staff, performance evaluations, as well as, assistance with the development and implementation of business plans, policies and procedures, direct participation during audits and designated special projects.   

2. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(1) General Duties

• Support and provide guidance to staff performing middle office functions.




• Set goals and conduct performance evaluation of remote staff.




• Review and approve operational processes administered by CAU staff.




• Provide Loan Administration Unit (LAU) and other Mizuho units with a contact point to discuss open issues and provide guidance for all operations related to CAU activities.




• Manage all Risk and Control functions for CAU.




• Proactively enhance loan controls as needed to insure data is properly booked and reported in all systems.




• Automate and streamline controls to mitigate risk and improve efficiency




• Ensure that all processes related to middle office functions associated with daily transactions are completed in a timely manner.




• Maintain / generate / review / approve reports to ABOD management, H.O. and other divisions as required.




• Conduct reviews of our back-up site for business continuity efforts and assist with maintaining all documentation related to CAU business continuity plan (i.e. business impact, risk assessment, etc.).




• Train and cross train staff in CAU to optimize resources.

(2) Exception Duties (As requested by Unit Head)

•  Provide the Unit Head with periodical status reports of all operating activities of CAU.




• Provide the Unit Head with the development and implementation of business plans, objectives, policies and procedures through the presentation of constructive and innovative ideas for new methods within established framework.




• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

(3)  Compliance

• Obtain a basic understanding of the applicable rules and regulations that govern the Bank.  Understand that all questions and/or clarification about such rules and regulations should be directed to the Americas Legal and Compliance Department.  Attend Annual Compliance Training presented by the Americas Legal and Compliance Department.  Read and respond as necessary to all compliance-related reference and directive materials received.  Comply with the Bank’s “Code of Conduct”.

3. Qualifications:

• BA or minimum of ten years relevant commercial loan experience. 




• Ability to deal effectively with Customers, Account Officers and other bank personnel.




• Must be detailed oriented, possess leadership, organizational and communication skills.




• Strong computer knowledge (Microsoft Word and Excel).




• Able to multi-task in a fast paced environment and a team oriented person.

The expected base salary ranges from $100,000 - $150,000 . Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

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Other requirements

Mizuho has in place a remote working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations.

Company Overview

Mizuho Americas is a leading financial institution comprising several legal entities, which together offer clients corporate and investment banking, financing, securities, treasury services, asset management, research and more. Mizuho’s operations in the Americas connect a broad client base of major corporations, financial institutions and public sector groups to local markets and a vast global network. Mizuho Americas is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG), which is comprised of offices in nearly 40 countries, approximately 60,000 employees, and assets of more than USD 1.8 trillion. Learn more at mizuhoamericas.com.

Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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