Credit Risk Manager

Network Finance.; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking a seasoned Credit Risk Manager to lead the assessment, monitoring and mitigation of credit risks for our clients in the financial services sector. You will develop risk strategies, analyze data and collaborates with cross-functional teams to enforce policies.

The role requires 5–10 years’ experience, 3-5 years in credit modelling and team leadership, with a strong analytical mindset and regulatory awareness. A degree in finance or economics is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 5–10 years’ professional working experience.
• Minimum of 3 (ideally 5) years’ credit modelling experience.
• 1 - 2 years’ experience managing teams and/or projects.
• Consulting experience is an advantage.
• Proven experience in credit risk management within the financial services industry.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust credit risk management strategies to safeguard against potential losses.
• Analyze credit data and trends to identify emerging risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and enforce credit policies and procedures.
• Monitor portfolio performance and provide timely insights and recommendations to optimize risk-return profiles.
• Stay abreast of industry developments and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and best practices.

Skills

Credit risk management experience

Credit modelling

Data analysis tools

Consulting experience

Team / project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Credit Risk Manager

Reference: NFP014031-SHb-1

Are you a seasoned professional with a knack for navigating the intricate world of credit risk management? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your strategic insights can shape the financial landscape?

Duties & Responsibilities

We are in search of a skilled Credit Risk Manager to join our talented team. As a Credit Risk Manager, you will play a pivotal role in assessing, monitoring, and mitigating credit risks to ensure the financial stability and success of our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement robust credit risk management strategies to safeguard against potential losses.
2. Analyze credit data and trends to identify emerging risks and opportunities for improvement.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and enforce credit policies and procedures.
4. Monitor portfolio performance and provide timely insights and recommendations to optimize risk-return profiles.
5. Stay abreast of industry developments and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and best practices.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
2. Ideally 5 – 10 years’ professional working experience.
3. Minimum of 3 (ideally 5) years’ credit modelling experience.
4. 1 - 2 years’ experience managing teams and/or projects.
5. Consulting experience is an advantage.
6. Proven experience in credit risk management within the financial services industry.
7. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.

Apply now!