Credit Risk Assistant Manager

KPMG-UnitedKingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm seeks a Credit Risk Assistant Manager to enhance credit frameworks for leading banks. The role involves assessing the entire credit lifecycle, automating processes, and addressing data quality issues in a technology-driven environment. Candidates should have a minimum of three years' experience in credit risk and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in credit risk.
• Knowledge of core lending products.
• Experience in credit process automation.

Responsibilities

• Assess the design and effectiveness of the end-to-end credit lifecycle.
• Support technical regulatory reviews across the credit risk framework.
• Evaluate data quality and third-party data integration.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Project management

Job description

Job description

KPMG Consulting:

The KPMG Consulting function is a cornerstone of our business. Operating from London, we do work that matters, serving the country with diligence and expertise.

KPMG is one of the world's largest and most respected consultancies. We have supported the UK through times of war and peace, prosperity and recession, political and regulatory upheaval. We have proudly stood beside the institutions and businesses which make the UK what it is.

By encompassing a wide range of disciplines across areas such as Strategy, Forensic, Risk and Regulatory, People and Talent, and Operational and Financial Transformation, we become immersed in our clients' organisations, applying sector knowledge and technology solutions to deliver the best outcomes and get it right first time.

Why Join KPMG as a Credit Risk Assistant Manager?

This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the heart of credit risk transformation, working with leading banks and financial institutions as they modernise, optimise, and strengthen their credit frameworks to align with evolving market competition, technological advances, and regulatory expectations. The successful candidate will gain exposure across the full credit lifecycle (origination, underwriting, portfolio reporting, stress testing, governance, monitoring, and provisioning).

As the industry shifts toward automated decision-making, there is an increasing focus on the quality of credit data, processes, and infrastructure. This makes the role well-suited for individuals who want to blend structured credit analysis with hands-on delivery in a fast-moving risk environment, enhanced by emerging technologies such as AI-powered tools. You will contribute to innovative, leading-edge solutions by collaborating with clients across all levels of their organisation, helping them tackle business-critical challenges including customer and credit optimisation. It presents an excellent opportunity to shape the future of credit risk management in a dynamic, technology-enabled landscape. The role will also involve contributing to a broad range of banking risk initiatives, supporting regional and national priorities.

What will you be doing?

1. Assessing the design and effectiveness of the end-to-end credit lifecycle
2. Supporting technical regulatory reviews across the credit risk framework (origination, underwriting, stress testing, assurance, monitoring, and provisioning).
3. Evaluating data quality and third-party data integration to enhance existing credit processes and build out automation capabilities.
4. Identifying opportunities to automate credit processes and improve workflow efficiency (process, data, infrastructure).

What will you need to do it?

• Minimum 3 years' experience working within credit risk (bank, building society, or fintech)
• End-to-end credit lifecycle awareness including understanding how lifecycle stages link to key controls (risk strategies, decisioning, policies, governance, and management information), customer experience, and regulation.
• An understanding of credit risk governance structures, key credit committees, policies, and procedures.
• Understanding of corporate borrower financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L). Previously held delegated authority would be an advantage (but not essential).
• Knowledge of core lending products (term loans, invoice finance, familiarity with participation structures and syndicated lending).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, approaching technical challenges with a practical mindset.
• Data and automation awareness including exposure to credit-related data challenges, an understanding of third-party data providers, and experience in credit process automation, workflow tools, systems, or dashboard/reporting enhancements.
• Flexibility and agility to contribute to a broad range of banking risk engagements.
• Excellent oral/written communication, planning, project management, networking, and influencing skills.
• Flexibility to work across the UK (and internationally) where required.

Our Locations:

We are open to discussing opportunities for Credit Risk Assistant Managers in the UK, where the team is based. With 20 sites across the UK, we can facilitate office work, remote work, flexible hours, and part-time options. Please register and discuss your needs with our team.

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