Credit Advisor

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HSBC in Switzerland seeks a Credit Advisor to partner with Relationship Managers, proactively market credit solutions, and oversee underwriting and execution of facilities while managing existing portfolios for risk and return. You will advise on structuring, monitor exposures and covenants, ensure governance, and stay current on regulatory developments. The ideal candidate has private banking credit or Lombard lending experience, strong knowledge of financial markets and derivatives, excellent analytical and presentation skills, and a collaborative mindset with Relationship Managers. English and French fluency are required, other languages a plus; Avaloq knowledge is strongly preferred. To strengthen your application, tailor your CV to credit underwriting with portfolio outcomes and evidence of collaboration with Relationship Managers. Due to immigration rules, only Swiss or EU citizens or those with a valid Swiss permit may apply.

The opportunity: 

Being part of HSBC in Switzerland, you’ll help evolve and grow our business.

The Credit Advisor is a client-facing role, responsible for proactively marketing credit solutions to Relationship Managers and clients. The role focuses on identifying new credit opportunities and supporting their execution by structuring, negotiating and underwriting facilities. It also includes managing existing credit portfolios by developing well-founded recommendations for credit approval, ensuring ongoing compliance with documented covenants and financial reporting requirements, and maintaining strong credit discipline. In addition, the Credit Advisor reviews credit limits and monitors collateral, balancing risk and return to support sustainable portfolio performance.

Are you interested? Do you have a strong risk and control mindset? Do you enjoy being part of a cohesive team?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from you! 

What you will do: 

The Credit Advisor’s main responsiblities are as follows:

• In partnership with the relationship management teams, provide a highly professional, competent and skilled service
• Complete all required credit applications and supporting documentation
• The jobholder is required to adopt a proactive and enquiring approach to all tasks. They should have the ability to work with little or no supervision and to work well under pressure and to the required deadlines
• To use initiative and knowledge to deal with ad hoc requests as they arise and have the ability to see them through to a successful conclusion

In this role you will:

• Advise Relationship Managers on identifying, structuring and marketing appropriate credit solutions aligned to client needs
• Underwrite and execute credit proposals (including loans and derivative structures), delivering robust analysis, due diligence and credit submissions
• Manage portfolio risk by maintaining a thorough understanding of exposures, aggregate risks, trends and key risk indicators, and by adjusting structures or risk ratings as needed
• Provide strong customer service and proactively support business development across new and existing clients, balancing commercial objectives with sound risk management
• Ensure governance and control discipline by adhering to HSBC Group controls and regulatory requirements, recommending/reviewing documentation, and monitoring compliance with published guidelines and risk appetite
• Drive portfolio quality and loss prevention by staying current on legal/regulatory and industry developments, implementing relevant changes, and taking action to improve portfolio performance

You should apply if you have:

• Proven experience in private banking credit / Lombard lending (or closely related credit role)
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, products, services and associated risks
• Proven experience monitoring complex Private Bank credit transactions beyond traditional Lombard lending
• Solid exposure to derivatives and complex Over-the-counter (OTC) transactions (experience preferred)
• Strong analytical, reporting and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with and guide Relationship Managers
• Proactive, improvement-focused mindset; interest in innovation and process efficiency
• Fluent English and French; another language is a plus
• University degree preferred
• Knowledge of Avaloq strongly preferred
• Due to immigration restrictions in Switzerland we will only be able to consider applications from Swiss or EU citizens or from candidates holding a valid Swiss work permit

Even if you feel you do not meet 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply, if you believe this role is right for you.

What you’ll get in return:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits usually covering healthcare, life assurance, pension, and family friendly leaves, as well as many other benefits to support your wellbeing.

HSBC operates multiple variable pay plans, to reflect the diverse nature of the businesses, roles and markets in which we operate. Variable pay is designed to reward colleagues for their individual performance and contribution, as well as the performance of their relevant Business / Infrastructure, and the overall Group.

HSBC has been certified “Top Employer 2026” in Europe. This recognition from the Top Employers Institute rewards our HR practices and recognises HSBC as an HR Leader in France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Spain and Switzerland.

HSBC is a signatory company of the Advance Charter. This Charter is a commitment towards gender equality in business and hence a workplace environment that supports a fair and balanced approach to hiring, remunerating, promoting and retaining female talent.

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best.

If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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For further information on building your career at HSBC, please visit: www.hsbc.com/careers   

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