Senior Credit Risk Leader — Enterprise Strategy

E6; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Credit Risk Leader to manage enterprise-wide credit risk while supporting growth and strategic goals. This role involves overseeing credit risk practices, developing risk strategies, and providing actionable insights to senior leadership. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in credit risk management and strong leadership skills. This position is hybrid and offers significant exposure to executive leadership and critical decision-making processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in credit risk management within financial services.
• 5+ years in leadership roles overseeing credit risk teams or functions.
• Exceptional communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee enterprise credit risk management practices aligned to defined risk appetite and strategic priorities.
• Establish forward-looking credit risk strategy by identifying emerging economic, market, and competitive risks.
• Develop and maintain credit risk policies, limits, procedures, and governance frameworks.

Skills

Credit risk management

Leadership

Credit underwriting

Risk governance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Professional certifications (FRM, CFA)

Job description

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Credit Risk Leader to manage enterprise-wide credit risk while supporting growth and strategic goals. This role involves overseeing credit risk practices, developing risk strategies, and providing actionable insights to senior leadership. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in credit risk management and strong leadership skills. This position is hybrid and offers significant exposure to executive leadership and critical decision-making processes.