About the Role
Our client, a prominent financial institution, is seeking an experienced Risk Manager to join their credit risk team. This is a hybrid role, allowing for a balance between remote work flexibility and essential in-office collaboration in Bloemfontein. You will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating credit risks across the organization's lending portfolio. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of credit risk principles, financial analysis, and regulatory requirements. You will play a key role in developing and implementing risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures to safeguard the company's financial health and ensure compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and manage credit risk policies and procedures.
- Analyze financial statements and credit data to assess the creditworthiness of borrowers.
- Monitor and report on the credit risk profile of the loan portfolio, identifying trends and potential concerns.
- Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of adverse economic conditions on credit risk.
- Ensure compliance with relevant banking regulations and internal risk management standards.
- Collaborate with lending teams to provide guidance and support on credit risk matters.
- Develop and maintain credit risk models and methodologies.
- Prepare comprehensive risk reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of the credit risk management framework.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in credit risk management, corporate lending, or a related financial risk role.
- Strong understanding of credit risk principles, financial analysis, and credit scoring models.
- Proficiency in analyzing financial statements and assessing borrower risk.
- Knowledge of relevant banking regulations (e.g., Basel Accords) is highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex risk issues clearly.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with risk management software.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a hybrid team.
- Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and attention to detail.
Benefits
- Competitive annual salary of R.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
- Generous paid time off and holidays.
- Hybrid work arrangement offering a blend of remote and office work in Bloemfontein.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- Exposure to diverse credit risk challenges within a reputable financial institution.
- Supportive team environment focused on risk mitigation and strategic growth.
- Potential for performance-based incentives.