About the job:

As a Principal Manager – Risk Admission, you will play a key role in assessing complex transactions, acting as an advisor to the business team in structuring operations, always from a risk perspective. Your technical judgment and analytical rigor will contribute to sound decision-making by the risk committees, ensuring prudent management aligned with Spark’s strategic objectives.

Qualifications

Education:

• University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Engineering, or related fields.

• Postgraduate studies in Corporate Finance, Financial Risk, or Startup Investment will be valued.

Professional Experience:

• Minimum 6–8 years of professional experience in enterprise or corporate risk analysis, venture debt, or financing for high-growth companies.

• Experience in international environments and exposure to the European startup and venture capital ecosystem is highly valued.

• Strong understanding of technology-based business models, unit economics, and investment fund dynamics.

Languages:

• High level of English (minimum C1). Other European languages are a plus.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in credit risk assessment methodologies and corporate finance.

• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and wholesale banking risk policies.

• Ability to assess companies with non-conventional financial structures (startups, venture debt, convertibles, etc.).

Soft Skills:

• Autonomy and strong technical judgment.

• Proactivity, curiosity, and continuous learning mindset.

• Focus on quality and analytical accuracy.

• Effective communication and influence across multiple stakeholders.

• Teamwork and collaboration in young, diverse, and dynamic teams.

• Resilience and adaptability to demanding and changing environments.

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