Credit Risk Senior Consultant

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP016207/ZG

Date posted:

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
Are you the go-to expert for credit risk models, IFRS 9 frameworks, and data-driven decision-making? Here’s your chance to join a leading advisory team shaping the future of financial risk across Africa.

POSITION INFO:
Our client is a respected name in financial and risk advisory, known for their forward-thinking culture, technical excellence, and work with top-tier financial institutions. They’re looking for a technically strong professional who thrives on solving complex credit and regulatory challenges and turning data into strategic insight.

You’ll collaborate with brilliant quantitative professionals on high-impact projects — from model development and validation to regulatory compliance and portfolio analytics. Expect strong mentorship across actuarial, analytics, and finance disciplines, with clear growth opportunities into leadership.

If you’re ready to elevate your technical and consulting expertise in a dynamic, high-performing environment, this is your next move.

Key Responsibilities:

Design, develop, and validate credit risk and impairment models aligned to IFRS 9 and Basel frameworks
Conduct portfolio analytics, benchmarking, and model performance assessments to generate actionable insights
Present findings, recommendations, and technical reports to clients and senior stakeholders
Contribute to strategic discussions and thought leadership within the risk advisory team

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education: Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Financial Engineering, Actuarial Science, Economics, or a related quantitative field
Experience:
- 3–5 years’ experience in banking, consulting, or financial services
- Proven expertise in credit risk modelling, predictive analytics, and model validation
- Solid understanding of IFRS 9, Basel, and model risk management principles
Skills:
- Proficiency in SAS, Python, or R, with strong Excel skills
- Excellent report writing, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to manage multiple deliverables within tight timelines
- Hands-on experience with regulatory credit models and client-facing projects in a hybrid consulting setup

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