Head of Credit Risk- Mortgages

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Interim Head of Credit Risk in Worcester with extensive experience in mortgages. This short-term contract role requires practical knowledge of credit risk management, skills in developing risk frameworks, and the ability to oversee compliance with UK regulations. Ideal candidates will lead initiatives to foster a positive risk culture and present findings to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Practical knowledge of managing credit risk throughout the credit cycle.
• Experience within the mortgage sector.
• Ability to present to Board, Non-executive directors, or regulators.

Responsibilities

• Lead the credit risk department and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with teams to develop risk management frameworks.
• Foster a positive risk culture across the organization.

Skills

Managing credit risk

Developing risk management frameworks

Fostering a positive risk culture

Developing management information systems

Understanding UK credit risk regulations

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Head of Credit Risk- Mortgages, worcester

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Client:

MERJE

Location:

worcester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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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:

• Experience within the mortgage sector
• Practical knowledge of managing credit risk throughout the credit cycle
• Experience with expert, judgmental, and portfolio/modelled lending approaches
• Proven ability to develop and embed risk management frameworks and collaborate across teams and external partners
• Skills in developing management information systems for oversight and decision-making
• Understanding of UK credit risk regulations and market trends
• Experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives
• Ability to present to Board, Non-executive directors, or regulators
• Experience in fostering a positive risk culture