Job DescriptionJob Purpose Support the CMU Manager in ensuring that the Bank's need to provide adequate controls over the risks encountered in the pre- and post-credit granting stage of the credit process are satisfied by verifying key documents and maintaining tight control over Building Loans & warehousing inspection and monitoring in line with approved parameters.Key Deliverables Validate the accuracy and completeness of bills of quantities, drawings, construction contracts and related documentation provided for building loans.Monitor construction projects from start to finish, monitoring progress according to predetermined schedules.Liaise with all parties involved in construction projects including Architects, Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, Project Managers & Contractors.Periodic inspections of construction sites and preparation of site visit & loan monitoring call report.Undertake a comprehensive and robust monitoring, stock count and other activities of customers related to CMU in line with approved sanction and various distributorship schemes.Undertake a comprehensive and robust monitoring, stock count and other activities of customers related to CMU in line with approved sanction and various distributorship schemes.Undertake periodic and ad-hoc visits / spot checks to review clients' operations and provide a comprehensive status report as stated in approved sanctions, which must include identification of potential structural weakness in clients' operations.Liaise with external agents, e.g., warehousing/collateral agents etc. on behalf of the Bank and act as a checker on their activities in line with executed service agreements. Reports will be duly provided for such activities.Provide guidance and input in applications requiring monitoring from CMU prior to submission to Credit while simultaneously proceeding with validation of information and documentation provided by the customer.Ensure CMU SharePoint is updated with relevant reports and documentation as required.Track collections from key distributors under the various approved schemes to forestall any possible diversion of sales proceeds.Review account performance vis-a-vis terms and conditions of approval and ensure strict adherence.Verify documents and information in day-to-day work as delegated by Account Management or Credit Evaluation in line with approved turnaround time.Diarise and follow up on conditions of sanction/covenants as relates to the CMU function.Refer/escalate / flag up problematic or irregular accounts (inappropriate payment patterns, failure to meet specific covenants etc.) to Credit Evaluation and Account Management for inclusion in monthly watch list.Maintain a proper monitoring system and ensure that the data set is complete and accurate.Design reports that address the tracking and measurement of agreed account performance criteria.Co-ordinate monthly transaction status report to Management.Establish and maintain close working relationships with internal and external service providers.Ensure adherence and compliance to all policies, processes, and procedures.Any other roles or tasks to be assigned by Manager, Collateral Management Unit.QualificationsKnowledgeFirst degree in Building Economics, Quantity Surveying or equivalent, including valid regulator accreditation.Sound knowledge and understanding of credit criteria, credit policies, risk and financial analysis, credit control and the application thereofThorough understanding of all the bank's product and facilities that give rise to counterparty credit risk.Understanding terms of the facilities and any conditions and covenants that will need to be complied with over the duration of the facility's life.Understanding of the bank's systems, policies, and procedures to optimally draw on the available information to manage and control the post-credit granting processes.ExperienceMinimum of 3 years' experience in a banking &/or construction environment preferably with a risk management background.Additional InformationBehavioral Competencies:Checking DetailsDirecting PeopleEmpowering IndividualsFollowing ProceduresInterpreting DataMaking DecisionsMeeting TimescalesProducing OutputPursuing GoalsResolving ConflictUnderstanding PeopleUpholding StandardsTechnical Competencies:Asset Based LendingContract ManagementLoan Assessment & ApprovalLoan ProcessingMortgage LendingRisk AcceptanceRisk IdentificationRisk Measurement Rise and grow with a career at Standard Bank GroupJoin a committed group of 50 000+ people who stand behind one common purpose: Africa is our home, we drive her growth. We firmly believe that our people are our greatest competitive advantage. It's only through our people's expertise and dedication that we are able to bring our purpose and strategy to life in service of our clients and society at large. That's why we strive to create a work environment where our people can thrive, where they are able to bring their whole selves to their work and are empowered to pursue their dreams and aspirations. Join us as we Transform our Business
