Head of Credit Risk- Mortgages

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking an Interim Head of Credit Risk in Brighton with extensive mortgage experience. The role involves managing credit risks, developing frameworks, and enhancing oversight capabilities. Immediate start for this short-term contract focusing on leadership and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in mortgage-related roles.
• Practical experience managing credit risk throughout the lifecycle.
• Knowledge of UK credit risk regulatory environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead credit risk management for mortgage products.
• Develop risk management frameworks collaboratively.
• Enhance management information for decision-making.

Skills

Mortgage-related roles

Credit risk management

Risk management frameworks

Management information capabilities

UK credit risk regulations

Continuous improvements

Presentation skills

Positive risk culture promotion

Job description

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Head of Credit Risk- Mortgages, Brighton

Client:

MERJE

Location:

Brighton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Head of Credit Risk- Mortgages

Our client is seeking an Interim Head of Credit Risk with extensive mortgages experience. This is a short-term contract role with an immediate start.

Key Requirements:

• A proven track record in mortgage-related roles
• Practical experience managing credit risk throughout the credit lifecycle
• Experience with expert, judgmental, and portfolio/modelled lending approaches
• Experience developing and embedding risk management frameworks collaboratively
• Ability to enhance management information capabilities for oversight and decision-making
• Knowledge of the UK credit risk regulatory environment and market trends
• Experience leading continuous improvements in business-as-usual processes
• Experience presenting to Board, Non-executive directors, or regulators
• Ability to promote a positive risk culture within teams