Credit Manager-Semi formal LAP

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Ltd.; Erode; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Ltd. is seeking a Credit Manager-Semi Formal LAP at the branch level in the MSME unit. The role focuses on underwriting, risk assessment, and portfolio growth within secured MSME lending, with emphasis on accuracy of financial analysis and collateral verification.

The incumbent will lead a team, supervise credit workflows, and ensure compliance with RBI norms, while coordinating with legal and technical partners to deliver timely reports and quality credit judgments.

Qualifications

• MBA in Finance from a reputed college.
• 2–3 years or more experience in Credit MSME loan products.
• Expert knowledge of assessing credit risk for large ticket size cases up to Rs. 1 Cr.
• Knowledge of RBI regulations related to credit documentation and KYC.

Responsibilities

• Underwrite and assess MSME credit proposals including collateral.
• Supervise team to build a performing portfolio.
• Evaluate collateral types and title documentation.
• Participate in collection to maintain low delinquency.
• Ensure adherence to RBI regulations on KYC and documentation.
• Coordinate with legal, technical agencies and internal teams.

Skills

MSME Credit knowledge

Cash flow analysis

Collateral documentation

Business analysis

Communication skills

Team management

Education

MBA in Finance

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE : Credit Manager-Semi Formal LAP

GRADE : SM

DEPARTMENT : Credit

LOCATION : BRANCH

SUB-DEPARTMENT : MSME

TYPE OF POSITION : Full-time

REPORTS TO : Area Credit Manager LAP-MSME

REPORTING INTO : Credit Officer

ROLE PURPOSE & OBJECTIVE

• Expert knowledge of assessing credit risk for large ticket size cases up to Rs. 1 Cr.
• Conduct income appraisal of MSME borrowers. In depth understanding and analysis of P & L Account and Balance Sheet including cash flows of self-employed borrowers.
• Assess financial ratios, in depth knowledge of rational behind calculation of ratios and its impact on loan performance over long tenures.
• Provide Market intelligence from competition and customer’s stand point
• Recommendations on new processes & fraud Control initiative etc.

FINANCIAL SIZE

• Portfolio size of Rs. 200-300 Cr
• 10-15 vendors (legal, technical etc.)
• 1 product (secured)
• 25-30 files per month

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE

• Business/ Financials (Only Relevant roles)
• Underwriting target customer by self and supervising the team to support for building of a performing portfolio.
• Evaluate various collateral types for their value and title documentation requirements
• Participate in collection of dues from customers to maintain low delinquency.
• Ensure Credit policy and process adherence by monitoring and timely review of processes and execution.
• Suggest Policy revisions in line with changing market conditions.
• Customer (Both Internal & External)
• Appraise various Customer segments in various for markets defined by the bank as area of operation for lending.
• Co-ordinate with Legal & Technical Agencies for quality and timely delivery of credit reports.
• Meet appropriate customers for understanding of their needs and Conduct underwriting and renewals for cases under purview
• Co-ordinate with functions like operations, FCU, risk, business and technology for effective delivery to end customers.
• Ensure various reports are being sent to stakeholders on monthly basis & at regular frequencies.
• Internal Process
• Time to time Intervention to manage ground level risk effectively.
• Full adherence to RBI regulations on documentation and KYC compliance.
• LUC and periodic loan monitoring framework
• Provide Audit Compliance.
• Timely hiring of Credit Officer for the location as per the budget
• Innovation & Learning
• Timely training to branches in the location.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of MSE and other related products.
• Upgrade self and team about changes happening in the market.
• Networking with other NBFCs/Banks to have a deeper understanding of the Industry and its perspectives
• Perform on time appraisal and suggest suitable career paths for staff

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

QUALIFICATIONS

• MBA in Finance from a reputed college (B.Com, M.Com with relevant experience)

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred experience of 2/3 years or more in Credit MSME Loan products in term loans and working capital limits.

Certifications

• NA

Functional Skills

• Knowledge of Credit in MSME Loans including term loans and overdrafts
• Knowledge of financial analysis & cash flow determination
• Evaluate and assess collateral security/collateral documentation adequate for the lending
• Business Analysis Skills
• Communication Skills.

Behavioral Skills

• Team Management Skills
• Leadership
• Possesses good interpersonal skills

KEY INTERACTIONS

INTERNAL

EXTERNAL

Regional Credit Manager, Area Credit Managers, Regional Business Managers, Area Managers, Product Managers, Credit Officers/CPA

Vendors & Consultants

Vigilance Managers, Legal Managers, Audit Manager, Risk Managers, Collection Manager

Customers and Community

Operations Manager, IT Manager and Service Quality Manager

Competitors & Other credit agencies

Recruitment Manager, State HR, Payroll Manager , Branch Manager & Accounts Manager

Auditors

PREPARED BY : Archit Sharma

DATE : 16 th April 2023

REVIEWED BY : Vaibhav Sinha

DATE : 17 th April 2023

LAST UPDATED BY : TM Team

DATE : 16 th May 2023