Senior SME Credit Lead – Risk & Growth Champion

NatWest Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major banking institution in Manchester is hiring a SME Credit Team Leader to oversee the credit risk team, make informed lending decisions, and drive growth while managing risk. The role requires experience in credit risk management, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to collaborate across divisions. This position offers a significant opportunity for those wishing to progress their career in financial services and engage in meaningful leadership in risk management.

Qualifications

• Experience in exercising personal discretionary authority.
• Practical understanding of credit risk management frameworks.
• Background in leading transformation and change.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of credit managers and coach them.
• Collaborate with business teams to understand portfolio issues.
• Provide assurance on credit appetite adherence and control.

Skills

Credit risk management tools and techniques

Excellent communication skills

Ability to challenge effectively

Cross-divisional team collaboration

Job description

A major banking institution in Manchester is hiring a SME Credit Team Leader to oversee the credit risk team, make informed lending decisions, and drive growth while managing risk. The role requires experience in credit risk management, excellent communication skills, and the capacity to collaborate across divisions. This position offers a significant opportunity for those wishing to progress their career in financial services and engage in meaningful leadership in risk management.