Credit Risk Manager - Argentex

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Credit Risk Manager to enhance their risk management framework. This hands-on role involves developing credit functions, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring sound risk management across all entities. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the firm's global expansion while managing credit risks effectively. If you have a deep understanding of credit markets and a passion for financial risk management, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in credit risk management and financial markets.
• Ability to develop and implement credit operational policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Credit function and policies.
• Manage client-side collateral management calls and credit risk.

Skills

Understanding of the 3 lines of defence

Knowledge of Financial Markets

Deep understanding of Credit Markets

Familiarity with MIFIDPRU regulations

Credit analysis and presentation skills

Collateral Management experience

Knowledge of Portfolio and Recovery Frameworks

Job description

Job Description

About Us

Argentex is a global specialist in currency risk management and alternative banking solutions for businesses and financial institutions. Established in 2012 and headquartered in London, Argentex listed on London’s AIM market in mid-2019 and has since added operations in Amsterdam, Dubai, and Australia supported by approximately 180 staff. We are an FCA regulated business.

About the Role:

The Risk department supports the implementation and oversight of a robust framework that proactively ensures the firm’s licenses and regulatory relationships are effectively maintained.

The Credit Risk Manager will assist in developing the Risk department, working with internal and external stakeholders to protect the firm from financial risks and promote controlled growth aligned with the firm’s risk appetite.

This hands-on role supports the Head of Risk in embedding an effective risk management framework and acts as an ambassador for the Risk department, supporting the business’s global expansion. The role will own the Credit Risk Framework and policies, collaborating with all business areas to ensure sound risk management across all group entities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement the Credit function
2. Develop and monitor Credit operational policies
3. Enhance Credit Portfolio Monitoring
4. Integrate KPIs & KRIs into the Enterprise Risk Framework
5. Oversee the Credit function's overall direction and evaluation
6. Manage client-side collateral management calls
7. Handle credit risk management for all entities
8. Participate in the Credit Risk Committee and manage its terms of reference
9. Develop objectives for the credit analyst team
10. Create Management Information for ExCo and the Risk Committee on Credit exposures and portfolio appetite
11. Present key risk indicators to senior leadership
12. Review and recommend policy changes
13. Support credit recovery framework development

Who are we looking for?

• Understanding of the 3 lines of defence
• Knowledge of Financial Markets
• Deep understanding of Credit Markets
• Familiarity with MIFIDPRU regulations
• Credit analysis and presentation skills
• Collateral Management experience
• Knowledge of Portfolio and Recovery Frameworks

Application process

If successful, a recruitment team member will contact you for a short call to discuss your background and expectations. If mutually interested, your CV will be forwarded to the hiring manager for review. The interview process includes a one-hour competency-based interview, which can be virtual or face-to-face.

We are committed to supporting applicants throughout the process. Please contact us if you need assistance or accommodations.

What to do next:

If interested, please apply or email [e-mail].