Business Judgemental Credit Manager

FNB South Africa; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African bank is seeking a Business Judgemental Credit Manager in Pietermaritzburg. The role involves evaluating and managing complex credit risk and requires strong financial analysis and decision-making skills. Ideal candidates will have a BCom qualification, 5 years of banking experience, and the ability to mentor teams. This position offers opportunities for growth and innovation.

Benefits

Opportunities to network and collaborate

A challenging working environment

Opportunities to innovate

Qualifications

• 5 years banking experience, with at least 3 years managing a portfolio of bankers with an individual credit mandate.
• Strong judgemental credit experience, exposure to Agriculture clients will be beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships across segments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, manage and approve complex credit risk.
• Coach and mentor internal and external teams.

Skills

Credit Risk Assessment

Financial Analysis

Decision-Making & Judgment

Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge

Communication & Negotiation

Portfolio Management

Analytical & Critical Thinking

Ethical Standards & Integrity

Education

Tertiary BCom Qualification in Economics, Accounting, Financial Management or Risk Management

CA (SA)/CFA, BCom Honours

Job description

Job Description

To evaluate, manage and approve complex credit risk within area of responsibility by providing advice, recommendations and support to internal stakeholders through the implementation of group credit mandates, risk frameworks and methodologies.

To provide coaching and mentoring to relevant internal (Business Judgemental Credit Manager I) and external teams (Relationship Managers).

Business Judgemental Credit Manager

Welcome to FNB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen. As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are You Someone With The Following Skill/abilities

Credit Risk Assessment

• Ability to analyse complex financial statements and cash flows.
• Understanding of industry-specific risks and macroeconomic factors.

Financial Analysis

• Strong grasp of financial ratios, balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow analysis.
• Ability to assess borrower repayment capacity and financial health.

Decision-Making & Judgment

• Sound judgment in approving or declining credit applications.
• Balancing risk and reward while aligning with the bank’s risk appetite.
• Experience in structuring credit facilities to mitigate risk.

Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge

• Familiarity with local and international banking regulations (e.g., Basel III, IFRS 9).
• Ensuring credit decisions comply with internal policies and external legal requirements.

Communication & Negotiation

• Clear articulation of credit decisions to stakeholders (e.g., credit committees, relationship managers).
• Skilled in negotiating terms with internal and external stakeholders to reach mutually beneficial outcomes.

Portfolio Management

• Monitoring and managing a portfolio of credit exposures.
• Proactive management of problem accounts and restructuring when necessary.

Analytical & Critical Thinking

• Ability to synthesize qualitative and quantitative data.
• Strong problem-solving skills, especially in ambiguous or high-pressure situations.

Ethical Standards & Integrity

• High ethical standards in decision-making.
• Commitment to responsible lending practices.

You Will Be An Ideal Candidate If You

• Minimum Qualification: Tertiary BCom Qualification, Preferably in Economics, Accounting, Financial Management or Risk Management.
• Preferred Qualification: CA (SA)/CFA, BCom Honours.
• Experience: 5 Years banking experience, with at least 3 years managing a portfolio of bankers with an individual credit mandate.
• Strong judgemental credit experience, exposure to Agriculture clients will be beneficial.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships across segments.

You Will Have Access To

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• A challenging working environment.
• Opportunities to innovate.

Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

26/11/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.