Executive Director, EMB Credit Risk Approval & Growth

OCBC; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Holistic, flexible benefits

Learning and professional development opportunities

Job summary

OCBC in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Head of EMB Credit Risk Approval to provide strong leadership on credit approvals, ensuring sound decisions and regulatory compliance. This role requires at least 10 years of relevant experience in credit risk or approval, offering a competitive salary and benefits tailored for diverse lifestyles. The successful candidate will manage a team, enhance credit processes, and drive a strong risk culture within the bank.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant credit risk or credit approval experience.
• Proven senior-level decision-making capability.
• Independent, self-motivated, resourceful, and confident in exercising authority.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to credit approvers.
• Assess credit standing and structure facilities for EMB applications.
• Conduct post-mortem reviews on delinquent accounts.
• Manage departmental capacity and resources for credit approval turnaround.

Skills

Strong credit judgement

Excellent planning and organisation skills

Stakeholder management

Proactive and adaptable

Excellent command of written and spoken English

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, Business, or related discipline

Job description

OCBC in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Head of EMB Credit Risk Approval to provide strong leadership on credit approvals, ensuring sound decisions and regulatory compliance. This role requires at least 10 years of relevant experience in credit risk or approval, offering a competitive salary and benefits tailored for diverse lifestyles. The successful candidate will manage a team, enhance credit processes, and drive a strong risk culture within the bank.