Chief Credit Risk Executive

Ashton North LLC; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a Chief Credit Risk Officer to lead the credit risk management function, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and the organization's strategic objectives. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in credit risk, particularly in evaluating large financial institutions. This role includes mentoring a credit risk team and providing pivotal insights to senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in finance or economics and an advanced degree, along with leadership capabilities in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of credit risk experience in large institutions.
• 5+ years in senior leadership roles within credit risk management.
• Knowledge of secured and unsecured credit underwriting.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee credit risk management practices.
• Provide strategic vision for credit risk management.
• Chair the Credit Risk Committee and ensure effective governance.

Skills

Credit risk management

Counterparty credit analysis

Leadership

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or business administration

Advanced degree (MBA, MS Finance)

Tools

Financial modeling

Credit rating models

Job description

A financial services firm is seeking a Chief Credit Risk Officer to lead the credit risk management function, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and the organization's strategic objectives. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in credit risk, particularly in evaluating large financial institutions. This role includes mentoring a credit risk team and providing pivotal insights to senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor's degree in finance or economics and an advanced degree, along with leadership capabilities in a regulated environment.