Head of Credit Risk Management

19 hours ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Saxton Leigh Full time
Job Title: Head of Credit Risk Management

Saxton Leigh is seeking a seasoned professional to lead our Credit Risk Management function as Head of Credit Risk Management.

Estimated Salary: £100,000 - £160,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

About the Role:

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the development and execution of the credit risk management strategy in alignment with the organizational risk appetite. This includes providing oversight and challenge to first line of defence units, monitoring and evaluating the credit risk profile, and analysing credit risk metrics.

You will also work with stakeholders to ensure consistent credit risk assessment practices and effective mitigation strategies, develop and implement credit risk policies and procedures, and contribute to the enhancement of credit risk models and methodologies.

As part of this role, you will also present regular credit risk reports to senior management, risk committees, and regulatory bodies, highlighting key issues and recommendations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the development and execution of the credit risk management strategy in alignment with the organizational risk appetite.
  • Provide oversight and challenge to first line of defence units in identifying, assessing, and managing credit risks.
  • Monitor and evaluate the credit risk profile, including various portfolios such as risk assets, lending, and investments.
  • Analyse credit risk metrics like expected credit losses, ECL stage distribution, and large exposures to identify trends and risks.
  • Work with stakeholders to ensure consistent credit risk assessment practices and effective mitigation strategies.
  • Develop and implement credit risk policies and procedures to enhance risk management and regulatory compliance.
  • Contribute to the enhancement of credit risk models and methodologies for improved risk measurement and reporting.
Requirements:
  • A degree in qualitative subjects.
  • A wealth of experience in managing credit risk within the financial services industry, with a focus on second line of defence responsibilities.
  • Deep understanding of credit risk principles, methodologies, and regulatory standards.
  • Exceptional analytical abilities, problem-solving skills, and decision-making capabilities.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective engagement with a variety of stakeholders.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills, with a track record of driving results and fostering a culture of risk awareness.


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