Credit Manager - Secured Credit ( Kurnool )

Saison International; Telangana; Presencial; INR 1.500.000 - 3.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Credit Saison India is seeking a seasoned professional to oversee the secured credit portfolio for retail and SME clients in India. You will lead risk analysis, underwriting, and policy adherence while driving portfolio performance and team capability.

The role requires 5–8 years in credit management with a strong focus on secured lending, regulatory knowledge, and excellent communication. Join a fast‑growing NBFC with national reach and impact.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
• MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CA, CFA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in credit management, with a strong focus on secured lending products.
• Proven track record of managing a significant secured credit portfolio.
• In-depth knowledge of financial analysis, credit appraisal techniques, and risk management principles.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements for secured lending in India.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee the secured credit lifecycle, including origination, appraisal, sanctioning, and monitoring for retail and SME clients.
• Conduct financial analysis, risk assessment, and due diligence on secured loan applications (mortgages, loans against property).
• Ensure compliance with internal credit policies, regulatory guidelines, and legal requirements.
• Develop and implement strategies for credit risk mitigation and portfolio management.
• Lead and mentor a team of credit officers, providing training on credit assessment and underwriting.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify early warning signals, and take corrective actions to minimize NPAs.
• Collaborate with sales teams to understand business needs and provide suitable credit solutions.
• Prepare and present credit reports and analyses to senior management.
• Handle customer queries and grievances related to secured credit products.
• Stay updated with market trends, economic conditions, and regulatory changes.

Conocimientos

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Financial analysis

Risk assessment

Regulatory knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

MBA or CA/CFA certification a plus

Herramientas

Credit assessment software

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

This role involves overseeing and managing the secured credit portfolio in Kurnool, ensuring adherence to credit policies, risk assessment, and effective loan disbursement and recovery.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage the entire secured credit lifecycle, including origination, appraisal, sanctioning, and monitoring for retail and SME clients.
• Conduct thorough financial analysis, risk assessment, and due diligence on loan applications, specifically for secured products (e.g., mortgages, loans against property).
• Ensure compliance with internal credit policies, regulatory guidelines, and legal requirements.
• Develop and implement effective strategies for credit risk mitigation and portfolio management.
• Lead and mentor a team of credit officers, providing guidance and training on credit assessment and underwriting processes.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify early warning signals, and initiate corrective actions to minimize non-performing assets (NPAs).
• Collaborate with sales teams to understand business requirements and provide suitable credit solutions.
• Prepare and present credit reports and analyses to senior management.
• Handle customer queries and grievances related to secured credit products.
• Stay updated with market trends, economic conditions, and regulatory changes impacting the secured lending landscape.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• MBA or relevant professional certification (e.g., CA, CFA) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in credit management, with a strong focus on secured lending products.
• Proven track record of managing a significant secured credit portfolio.
• In-depth knowledge of financial analysis, credit appraisal techniques, and risk management principles.
• Thorough understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements for secured lending in India.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant credit assessment software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Local knowledge of the Kurnool market and surrounding areas is highly desirable.

At Credit Saison India, we are driven by Innovation, Inclusion, and Integrity to create a meaningful Impact. As one of India's fastest-growing NBFC lenders, our mission is to bridge the credit gap and transform lives by empowering underserved communities. Our journey is fueled by a team of 1,400+ employees across 80+ branches, with an AUM of over $2 billion. Join us and help build a brighter financial future for millions across the country.

Established in 2019, Credit Saison India (CS India) is one of the country’s fastest growing Non-Bank Financial Company (NBFC) lenders, with verticals in wholesale, direct lending and tech-enabled partnerships with Non-Bank Financial Companies (NBFCs) and fintechs. Its tech-enabled model coupled with underwriting capability facilitates lending at scale, meeting India’s huge gap for credit, especially with underserved and under penetrated segments of the population.

Credit Saison India is committed to growing as a lender and evolving its offerings in India for the long-term for MSMEs, households, individuals and more.

Credit Saison India is registered with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and has an AAA rating from CRISIL (a subsidiary of S&P Global) and CARE Ratings.

Currently, Credit Saison India has a branch network of 80+ physical offices, 2.06 million active loans, an AUM of over US$2B and an employee base of about 1,400 employees.

Credit Saison India is part of Saison International, a global financial company with a mission to bring people, partners and technology together, creating resilient and innovative financial solutions for positive impact. Across its business arms of lending and corporate venture capital, Saison International is committed to being a transformative partner in creating opportunities and enabling the dreams of people.

Saison International is the international headquarters (IHQ) of Credit Saison Company Limited, founded in 1951 and one of Japan’s largest lending conglomerates with over 70 years of history and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The Company has evolved from a credit-card issuer to a diversified financial services provider across payments, leasing, finance, real estate and entertainment.

Based in Singapore, Saison International’s global operations span over Singapore, India, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Mexico, Brazil, with active investments in debt, equity, corporate venture capital, and technology.