Credit Risk – Senior Associate / Consultant

Overview – KPMG Saudi Levant Cluster

KPMG has grown to become one of the largest professional service providers in the Saudi Levant Cluster having three lines of services: audit, tax, and advisory. Currently, KPMG’s Saudi Levant Cluster workforce is over 2,000. With ambitious growth objectives, we are continuously looking for talent various functions and levels.

KPMG operates through an experienced leadership with dedicated regional teams, which enables our network of professional talent, our technologies and our products and solutions to quickly come together to meet clients’ needs. Our company’s vision is to be recognized as a truly transformed firm, trusted by our people, our clients, and our society.

We value the fresh perspective that experienced professionals can bring. Whether you are currently working in industry, the public sector, a smaller firm, or another 'Big Four' organization, you can expect to make a difference from day one.

Role & Responsibilities:

• Financial Risk Management and Credit Risk Management (risk governance, risk appetite, policies, underwriting, monitoring, collections, reporting, etc.)
• Basel Regulations
• Capital Management and Stress Testing
• Strong knowledge of Financial Risk Management and Credit Risk Management concepts
• Solid understanding of relevant SAMA, CBUAE and Basel regulations
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office suite
• Experience in policy and procedure writing is desirable (e.g., work instructions, manuals)

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mathematics, Statistics, or a related field. FRM / CFA or other risk and modelling related certifications are a plus.
• 4+ years of experience for consultant roles and 3+ years for Senior Associate roles in IRB and IFRS 9 model development, with a proven track record of success and experience working across cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage a team, deliver engagements, and engage with senior stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team of risk modeling professionals.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a solution-focused mindset.
• Ability to apply data insights to drive innovation and support robust decision-making.
• Proficiency in programming languages, including Python, R, SAS (macros), SQL, and Advanced Excel.

What we offer:

KPMG supports equal opportunities for all prospected candidates. We commit to providing personal and professional development for all our employees. We operate in a friendly supportive environment. We respect each other and draw strength from our differences. We prioritize employee well-being by adapting Pioneer ways for work-life balance.