Credit Risk Manager

Michael Page (UK); Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Credit Risk Manager for a prominent institution in Leeds. The role involves reviewing financial proposals, analyzing credit risk data, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Ideal candidates have a strong background in credit risk management and excellent communication skills. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension with employer contribution

Bonus based on performance

Professional development opportunities

Flexible benefits options

Qualifications

• Strong background in credit risk management within banking and financial services or the public sector.
• Proficiency in analysing financial data and risk metrics.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
• Experience in developing risk frameworks.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review proposals for debt, equity, and guarantees.
• Analyse credit risk data and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Monitor and report on credit risk exposure.
• Support the development of risk management frameworks.
• Evaluate and improve existing credit policies.

Skills

Credit risk management

Financial data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Qualifications in finance, economics, or a related field

Job description

Overview

• Join a high-profile institution driving strategic UK infrastructure investment.
• Work on diverse transactions across debt, equity, and guarantees.

About Our Client

The National Wealth Fund is a UK-based institution focused on financing strategic infrastructure and supporting economic growth. Operating with the rigour of a private bank but within a public mandate, the fund invests through project finance debt, corporate finance, direct equity, funds, and guarantees.

Job Description

• Independently review proposals for debt, equity, and guarantees.
• Analyse credit risk data and provide actionable insights to support decision‑making.
• Monitor and report on the organisation's credit risk exposure.
• Support on the development and implementation of risk management frameworks tailored to the public sector requirements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Evaluate and improve existing credit policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on credit risk practices.
• Support the development of strategic initiatives within the banking and financial services department.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior management.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Credit Risk Manager should have:

• A strong background in credit risk management within banking and financial services or the public sector.
• Proficiency in analysing financial data and risk metrics.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
• Experience in developing and implementing risk frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
• Relevant qualifications in finance, economics, or a related field.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £80,000 per annum.
• Permanent position - a minimum 3 days in Leeds with an option 2 days WFH.
• Opportunities to contribute to impactful public sector initiatives.
• Potential for professional development and career progression.
• Pension - 10% employer contribution, increasing to 15% if employees also contribute 5%. Individuals can select to use flexible benefits for the 5%.
• Bonus - Two months of salary for 'on-target' bank performance, three months of salary for over‑performance.
• Flexible benefit payment - 10% of salary or up to a maximum of £15k. Individuals can choose whether to top up core benefits, pensions or select other additional benefits options.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Credit Risk Manager for The National Wealth Fund in Leeds, we encourage you to apply today!