COO, Credit Risk & Transformation Leader

1001 Absa Bank; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) for its Credit function in South Africa. The role focuses on driving operational efficiency, leading strategic change initiatives, and overseeing day-to-day operations within Credit, with emphasis on risk management, technology adoption, and cultural change.

The COO will collaborate with risk functions, manage budgets, implement automation and data analytics, and champion a risk-aware culture across the department.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of transformative change programs within the Credit function.
• Oversee implementation of new technologies, including automation, AI, and data analytics tools.
• Analyse operational processes to identify inefficiencies and drive process improvements.
• Monitor risk management metrics and ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Coordinate budgeting, financial planning, and cost management for the risk function.

Job description

Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) for its Credit function in South Africa. The role focuses on driving operational efficiency, leading strategic change initiatives, and overseeing day-to-day operations within Credit, with emphasis on risk management, technology adoption, and cultural change.

The COO will collaborate with risk functions, manage budgets, implement automation and data analytics, and champion a risk-aware culture across the department.