Credit Manager (East London)

Fempower; East London; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial services institution in East London is seeking an experienced Credit Manager. This permanent role involves overseeing credit assessments, managing credit risk, and facilitating financial solutions for clients in the agricultural and commercial sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial banking and credit risk management, with excellent stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years’ experience in commercial credit, business banking, or structured finance.
• Strong credit and financial analysis skills with experience in loan restructuring.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end credit processes for CBT clients.
• Perform credit risk assessments and financial analysis.
• Guide and support Credit Analysts and Administrators.

Skills

Credit Risk Management

Financial Analysis

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Degree / Diploma in Finance

BSc Agriculture

Job description

Are you an experienced Credit Manager with a strong background in

commercial banking, credit risk, and deal structuring ? Our client, a reputable financial services institution focused on supporting South Africa’s agricultural and commercial sectors, is seeking a

Credit Manager

to join their team in

East London, Eastern Cape .

This is a

permanent

opportunity, perfect for a results-driven professional looking to make a strategic impact in credit and risk management.

About the Role

As Credit Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing

credit assessments, credit risk management , and facilitating sustainable financial solutions for Commercial Banking and Transformation (CBT) clients. You will play a key role in evaluating credit applications, coordinating credit committee processes, and supporting regional credit operations.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end credit processes for CBT clients

Perform credit risk assessments, financial analysis, and industry evaluations

Guide and support Credit Analysts and Administrators

Participate in and coordinate Regional and Provincial Credit Committee meetings

Ensure compliance with internal credit policies and procedures

Liaise with internal stakeholders to close performance gaps

Visit clients and branches to assess business sustainability and structure viable credit solutions

Provide input on credit policy development and improvement

Ideal Candidate

Degree / Diploma

in Finance, Commerce, or Business (e.g. BCom / BTech)

Preferred : BSc Agriculture with credit-related experience in agri-finance

5–8 years’ experience

in commercial credit, business banking, or structured finance

Strong credit and financial analysis skills with experience in loan restructuring

Sound knowledge of risk management principles and compliance systems

Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and leadership skills

Willingness to travel and work extended hours when required

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Credit Manager • East London, Eastern Cape, South Africa