Lending Supervisor

Network1; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in South Africa is seeking a Supervisor Lending to oversee loan origination, ensure compliance, and manage a lending team. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Finance or Accounting, 5 years of credit and lending experience, and strong analytical skills. The role offers opportunities for professional growth within a sustainable lending environment. Responsibilities include monitoring portfolios, leading collections, and contributing to policy enhancements.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in credit and lending, focusing on origination, monitoring, and collections.

Responsibilities

• Oversee loan origination strategies and processing of funding applications.
• Manage loan portfolios and lead collections to minimize bad debts.
• Produce regular reports for stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal frameworks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Credit judgment

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Lending/credit tools

Job description

Are you a credit professional looking to take the next step in your career? This is your chance to join a leading financial services firm that is driving growth and impact in the South African market. With a strong track record in funding solutions this organization offers excellent exposure, professional growth, and the opportunity to be part of a team that ensures sustainable lending practices.

As a Supervisor Lending, you’ll play a pivotal role in overseeing loan origination, monitoring and collections, ensuring compliance and healthy portfolio performance. You’ll also lead and mentor a team, contribute to policy enhancements, and support the development of sustainable lending strategies. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on responsibility, enjoys problem‑solving, and is motivated by building a strong and profitable lending book.

Key Responsibilities :

• Oversee loan origination strategies, ensuring accurate and timely processing of funding applications.
• Review, recommend, and lead on complex transactions, legal agreements, disbursements, and risk assessments.
• Actively monitor loan portfolios, oversee collections, and lead recoveries to minimize impairments and bad debts.
• Produce regular reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual) for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and legal frameworks.
• Manage and develop the lending team, supporting professional growth and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Contribute to process improvements, policy development, and strategic initiatives within the lending function.

Job Experience and Skills Required :

• Relevant degree or diploma in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5 years experience in credit and lending (with exposure to origination, monitoring and collections).
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and lending/credit tools.
• Sound credit judgment with the ability to balance risk and return effectively.

For more information contact :

Angelique Jardim

Specialist Recruitment Consultant

Required Experience : Manager