Senior Credit Risk Leader — Strategy & Oversight

QNB Group; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A major financial institution based in Kuwait is seeking a professional to oversee credit approval processes for both corporate and retail customers. The ideal candidate will manage credit risk assessments, ensure compliance with regulations, and support the development of KPIs for the risk department. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field with at least 8 years of relevant experience, including supervisory roles. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a major bank, with at least 2 years in a supervisory capacity in risk function.
• Strong analytical skills for credit assessments and risk evaluations.
• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with departments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of credit approval processes for Corporate and Retail customers.
• Perform credit assessments and provide credit approvals.
• Coordinate with compliance to ensure regulatory updates are implemented.

Skills

Credit risk analysis

Relationship management

Regulatory compliance

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Banking, Economics, Mathematics, or Business Administration

Professional certification (PRM, CPA, CFA)

Job description

A major financial institution based in Kuwait is seeking a professional to oversee credit approval processes for both corporate and retail customers. The ideal candidate will manage credit risk assessments, ensure compliance with regulations, and support the development of KPIs for the risk department. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field with at least 8 years of relevant experience, including supervisory roles. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.