Head & VP of Credit Admin

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A large organization in the financial services sector seeks a Head & VP of Credit Admin to lead and manage the credit administration team. Responsibilities include developing credit policies, ensuring compliance, and providing strategic insights to senior management. Candidates should have at least 8 years' experience in lending with strong leadership skills. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive benefits package alongside a structured working environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Comprehensive benefits package

Work-life balance initiatives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in lending and loan operational processes.
• Functional and technical expertise in lending, credit, treasury, and trade financing.
• Proven track record in managing a sizeable operations team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the credit administration team.
• Develop and implement credit policies and procedures.
• Monitor credit portfolio performance and provide insights to management.
• Collaborate with departments to optimize credit workflows.

Skills

Leadership skills in credit administration

Strong exposure to retail credit lending

Regulatory and legal compliance knowledge

Education

Degree in finance, banking, or related field

Job description

Exposure to Global Stakeholders / Career Progression

• Lead and manage the credit administration team, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Develop and implement credit policies and procedures that align with regulatory standards.
• Oversee credit documentation and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.
• Monitor credit portfolio performance and provide actionable insights to senior management.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize credit workflows and reduce risks.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in credit reporting and analysis.
• Provide strategic direction for credit administration initiatives and system enhancements.
• Mentor and develop team members to achieve departmental goals effectively.

A successful Head & VP of Credit Admin should have:

• A degree in finance, banking, or a related field.
• Proven leadership skills in credit administration within the financial services industry.
• At least 8 years' experience in lending, loan operational processes and possesses areas of expertise in retail credit operations, regulatory and legal compliance.
• Equip with functional and technical expertise required to perform core aspects of the job, including sound knowledge of lending, credit, treasury and trade financing, Regulations, and legal guidelines.
• Proven track record in managing a sizeable operation team with strong exposure to both retail credit lending (including Housing Loan and Car Loan), and knowledge of relevant application systems.

The hiring company is a large organization within the financial services industry, known for its robust presence and commitment to excellence in banking and credit operations. The company provides a professional and structured environment to support career growth.

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A structured and supportive working environment.
• Exposure to high-level decision‑making in the financial services sector.
• Comprehensive benefits package and work‑life balance initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional in banking and financial services to take on a leadership role. Apply now to join a prestigious organization and make a significant impact.