Senior Credit Risk Manager

nedbank; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Cape Town is looking for a Credit Risk Manager to oversee credit assessments and manage risk in lending products. This role requires extensive experience in credit evaluation, a strong understanding of banking regulations, and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. Ideal candidates will possess a minimum of 5 years' credit assessment experience and a passion for ensuring sound risk management practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Credit Assessment or Credit Evaluation experience in a Banking environment.
• Minimum 3 years of Business Banking experience in evaluating financial statements.
• Proven track record of managing a large credit portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Review credit assessments and manage risks across lending products.
• Provide oversight and enhance the quality of the credit portfolio.
• Present reports to stakeholders and lead risk-related discussions.

Skills

Credit Assessment

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Team Leadership

Education

NQF Level 7 or Higher in a Financial or Banking related field

CIMA, Credit management degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Risk Management Software

Job description

A leading financial institution in Cape Town is looking for a Credit Risk Manager to oversee credit assessments and manage risk in lending products. This role requires extensive experience in credit evaluation, a strong understanding of banking regulations, and the ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively. Ideal candidates will possess a minimum of 5 years' credit assessment experience and a passion for ensuring sound risk management practices.