Senior Credit Risk Manager

University Degree or equivalent, in Economics, Banking or Finance.
Professional Credit certification or ACIB.
7 years’ banking experience, with at least 2 years in a credit risk-related role.
Detailed knowledge of risk management policy and procedures.
Working knowledge of credit products in Personal, Enterprise, Commercial and Corporate Banking.
Appreciation of regulatory and statutory guidelines.
Knowledge of macro-economics and sector performance
Strong ability to identify, assess, and monitor operational risks across the credit lifecycle.
Deep understanding of credit processes (origination, appraisal, collateral, monitoring) for effective oversight—not underwriting.

Responsibilities

Benchmark and align Credit related policies, procedures, product papers, systems, and tools with the bank’s risk appetite, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices.
Facilitate key stakeholder engagements in the development of the Credit Risk Appetite and ensure the monitoring, reporting and effective management of breaches.
Prepare comprehensive and reliable credit risk reports on a monthly and quarterly basis with the Credit Review Committee, Management Risk (RISCO) and Board Risk Committees.
Oversees the effective execution of the monthly Credit Risk Forum in alignment with Operational Risk guidelines, and delivers robust risk analyses, insights, and reports to the Credit function to support informed, risk‑based decision‑making across the portfolio.
Conduct periodic credit risk readiness and control anticipation reviews to assess whether the Bank’s credit risk policies, controls, processes and governance structures are fit for purpose to support upcoming business strategies, product changes, regulatory developments and growth plans before risks crystallize.
Conduct periodic assessments of emerging risks from the macro environment, external events, and internal bank activities, providing timely recommendations for process improvements, policy adjustments, and product enhancements to strengthen risk mitigation and portfolio resilience.
Review and verify the outcomes of credit risk scenarios/stress tests to confirm their accuracy and relevance for portfolio management.
Conduct periodic Hind sighting reviews on past credit decisions and portfolio trends, using insights to improve policies, processes, and strategies.
Review proposals for new and existing products submitted by the Business for approval, ensuring all risk dynamics are properly addressed and controlled.
Conduct periodic reviews of workplace schemes, focusing on eligibility criteria, underwriting, limit utilization, and portfolio quality to enhance portfolio stability and safeguard against potential losses.

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