Maldives
Housing Development Finance Corporation (HDFC) PLC, established in January 2004, is the only specialized housing finance institution in the Maldives. HDFC is a privatized company with International Shareholders represented by the International Finance Corporation (IFC of World Bank Group), Asian Development Bank, and HDFC Bank Ltd. of India, jointly holding 51% of shares.
Job Title: Senior Credit Officer |
Department: Credit |
Job Type: Full-Time |
Term of Contract: Initial contract shall be for a period of 1 (one) year. The contract shall be renewed as permanent based on performance upon successful completion of one year. |
Vacancies: 02 |
Job Description
Credit Assessment and Processing:
- Evaluate Facility applications by analyzing financial statements, credit history, and risk factors.
- Conduct due diligence to ensure applicants meet eligibility criteria.
- Prepare detailed credit reports and recommendations for Committee approval.
- Issuance of offer/rejection letters to customers within the stipulated timeframe.
Facility Underwriting and Approval:
- Assess the creditworthiness of applicants and provide recommendations to the credit committee.
- Ensure facility proposals align with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in structuring facility terms and conditions to minimize risk.
Customer Service and Relationship Management:
- Provide guidance to customers on facility products and financing options.
- Address customer inquiries, resolve issues related to credit applications, and issue reference letters.
- Develop strong client relationships to enhance customer retention.
- Monitor the performance of assigned facilities during the grace period, and communicate with customers as required by company policies.
- Recommend improvements to credit workflows and documentation standards.
Reporting and Compliance:
- Maintain accurate records of facility documents and the archiving of all assigned applications.
- Assist in preparing regular reports on credit performance.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, risk frameworks, and regulatory guidelines.
- Assist in conducting the annual diagnostic review of the mortgaged asset.
- Assist in designing housing finance products to suit the different housing market segments.
- Assist in conducting market surveys as required by the department.
Qualifications and Skills
Educational Requirement
- Bachelor’s degree
Experience
- Work experience in the banking and finance sector will be an added advantage.
Skills
- Good analytical and decision-making skills
- Should be an effectual communicator verbally and through writing skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Competent with General Office Software
Salary: Salary ranging from MVR 15,000 to 17,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Other Benefits:
- Staff Health Insurance Plan
- Staff Loan Scheme
- Annual Bonus
Working Hours: The selected candidate will be required to work from 08:00 to 16:00 hrs. from Sunday – Thursday.
Documents Required:
- Interested candidates are requested to fill the application form and submit the requested documents.
https://form.jotform.com/243588907905471
Note: Applications will be only accepted through the above form.
Deadline for Application submission: On or before 31st July 2025, 14:30 PM
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
Human Resource Department
Housing Development Finance Corporation Plc., 3rd Floor,
Tel: +960 3334666; Fax: +960 3315138; email: [email protected]