Director, Credit Risk Review & Assurance (Remote)

Eastern Bank Careers; Wakefield (MA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Vacation

Job summary

Eastern Bank is seeking a senior Credit Risk Review professional to provide independent assessment of CECL data, monitor compliance, and oversee risk reviews across diverse commercial loan portfolios. The role collaborates with senior management to strengthen credit processes and governance.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in commercial lending and risk management, with demonstrated leadership and ability to manage multiple engagements while ensuring timely, accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and formal credit training required.
• 15+ years of experience in credit risk review, regulatory/compliance knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of laws and regulatory requirements relevant to banking and lending.
• Ability to present well-supported opinions to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and report credit risk across loan portfolios.
• Oversee the Risk Plan execution for various loan types and facilities.
• Recommend policy changes to strengthen credit processes.
• Monitor compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and develop the credit risk review team and oversee governance activities.

Skills

Credit risk management

Commercial lending

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Eastern Bank is seeking a senior Credit Risk Review professional to provide independent assessment of CECL data, monitor compliance, and oversee risk reviews across diverse commercial loan portfolios. The role collaborates with senior management to strengthen credit processes and governance.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in commercial lending and risk management, with demonstrated leadership and ability to manage multiple engagements while ensuring timely, accurate reporting.