Group Credit Manager

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Group Credit Manager to oversee its credit control operations. The role includes risk management, developing credit policies, and managing the credit control team. Candidates should have a strong financial background and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a profit share bonus and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Profit Share Bonus

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Company workwear

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in credit control team is essential.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Credit Control activities and manage the team.
• Provide management information on debts and collections.
• Conduct risk assessments for credit applicants.

Skills

Financial understanding

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Self-motivated

Job description

An exciting opportunity for a Group Credit Manager has become available at our Head Office. This challenging yet rewarding role involves leading Credit Control for our group of companies, reporting to the Finance Director. The role includes overseeing credit-related activities such as risk management, developing and implementing credit policies, and managing the team. This is an office-based position at our Head Office in Shirley, near the M42.

The successful candidate will:

• Have prior experience in a busy credit control team,
• Possess strong financial understanding,
• Be capable of problem-solving,
• Be confident in leading a team,
• Be self-motivated and driven,
• Possess excellent communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring the success of the credit function.

Key responsibilities include:

• Act as the primary contact with Credit Insurers, monitoring insured limits, submitting claims accurately and promptly, and assisting in renewal negotiations,
• Organize and lead monthly meetings with senior management,
• Provide management information on debts, debtor days, collections, and other reports as needed,
• Manage cash collection for all Group companies,
• Ensure departmental systems and protocols are effective and enforced,
• Oversee the Credit Control Department and manage the team proactively,
• Handle all credit applications and related documentation,
• Make major or sensitive credit decisions,
• Control credit limits,
• Manage litigation and insolvency cases, pursue claims,
• Set and manage credit policies and credit notes,
• Conduct risk assessments for existing and new credit applicants,
• Maintain strong relationships with Credit Control, senior management, and other departments,
• Review sales Terms and Conditions before approval,
• Visit customers and company sites as needed,
• Benefits include Profit Share Bonus, Private Medical Insurance, Pension Scheme, 23 days’ holiday plus Bank Holidays, Life Assurance, Health Cash Plan, company workwear, and Employee Assistance Programme.

About Us

With over a century in the construction industry, we are one of the UK’s largest independent builders’ merchants, with branches across the Midlands and South-East. We supply a wide range of building materials and provide expert advice to various clients, ensuring reliable delivery and customer satisfaction. We are committed to our people and communities, supporting local charities through our charitable trust.

Our People

We foster a caring, respectful, and supportive culture, prioritizing colleague well-being and development. We invest in our staff’s growth and provide opportunities for progression in an inclusive environment, helping everyone reach their full potential.