Your new company

Our client is a well-established Bank in Hong Kong with a strong market presence and diversified lending portfolio. Due to continued business growth, the bank is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join its Special Assets & Collections team.

Your new role

• Manage delinquent and non-performing loan accounts across retail and commercial banking portfolios
• Develop and execute recovery strategies to maximise debt recovery and minimise credit losses
• Monitor collection agencies, legal actions and recovery vendors to ensure service quality and regulatory compliance
• Review restructuring proposals, settlement arrangements and recovery recommendations
• Conduct financial analysis to assess customers' repayment capabilities and recovery prospects
• Prepare portfolio reports, collection updates and management information for senior stakeholders
• Work closely with Risk, Legal and Business teams on recovery and special asset cases
• Ensure collection and recovery processes comply with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Participate in projects to enhance collection effectiveness and operational efficiency

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree holder in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting or related disciplines
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in collections, recovery, special assets, credit risk or remedial management within banking
• Sound knowledge of retail and/or commercial lending products
• Experience managing non-performing loans, debt restructuring and recovery actions
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of banking regulations and collection practices in Hong Kong
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Proficiency in English and Chinese, including Mandarin

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email your CV directly to rowina.lo@hays.com.hk for a confidential discussion about your career.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your career.