Job Description

Zurich / Bleicherweg 21
Do you enjoy structuring, analysing and underwriting Swiss mortgage credit facilities?



For our credit structuring and approval team we are looking for a Senior Credit Officer to help us manage and grow the Swiss mortgage book in line with the credit risk appetite of the bank.

What would your role be?

Take responsibility for the analysis, structuring and underwriting of mortgages including gathering the right information to make sound and fact based decisions and therewith support the qualitative growth of the mortgage book Provide solutions and risk-oriented support in structuring mortgages, pro-actively working with your stakeholders in the front organization and the 2nd Line of Defense, ensuring risk appropriate solutions. Support the implementation of the mortgage strategy and attend related projects and initiatives as special matter expert Help in developing and improving our credit processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness

What are we looking for?

University degree in Banking & Finance or equivalent higher education At least 10+ years of proven experience in the financial industry, and in a credit underwriting function Excellent understanding and advanced knowledge of mortgage business, end-to-end process and the Swiss real estate market Strong analytical and structuring skills, combined with a "can-do" attitude, an ability to judge risks independently and enable business thanks to also a strong client and service-focus Strong negotiation and communication skills in German and English (French would be an additional asset), combined with the ability to develop and maintain a professional stakeholder management

What do we offer?

Top Zurich location with collaboration spaces (including rooftop terraces) and free lunch. Friendly, diverse team in an open-office space. All the latest technology to help you excel and advance. Agile environment in how we think, the way we work and our trust for each other. Flat hierarchy with collaboration at all levels. Campus feeling and a collaborative spirit.

We are looking for talented people, not just a CV that ticks all the boxes. Even if you do not have absolutely everything we have asked for, if this role sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.


At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. By 2030, we want to be known as one of the leading and most trusted global investment firms. We have 2,300+ engaged professionals, based in over 25 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich.


We are both majority family-owned and publicly listed. Our capacity for long-term focus, on topics such as sustainability, is underpinned by the security of the family's 100-year commitment. Driven by an ownership mindset, you can unlock your potential and translate insights into opportunities. We are hiring talented individuals who are determined to deliver in a changing world and who come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Do you want to be Vontobel?