Manager – Credit Risk

Recruiter:

WatersEdge Solutions

Job Ref:

4203692593

Date posted:

Friday, May 23, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Overview:
A reputable financial institution is seeking an experienced Credit Risk Manager to oversee credit risk processes within the corporate banking and treasury environment. This role is critical for maintaining robust risk controls, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring compliance with internal credit policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Evaluate credit applications submitted by corporate banking and treasury departments, including validating internal credit ratings and post-loan reporting
Review and provide opinions on credit limits, transactions, and internal risk assessments
Manage and ensure compliance with drawdown procedures and internal policies
Participate in regulatory reporting processes such as ICAAP, Recovery Plans, Risk Appetite assessments, and Pillar 3 disclosures
Engage with regulators, auditors, and industry forums on credit risk matters
Monitor compliance with internal credit policies, including industry concentration risk, loan renewals, covenant adherence, and legal agreement requirements
Conduct ongoing post-lending monitoring including credit risk escalation, ESG risk assessment, and asset reclassification
Track past dues, non-performing assets, and oversee loan write-off processes
Perform credit administration tasks such as drawdown confirmations, credit limit monitoring, and reporting tools management
Serve as secretary to Credit Committees and Deal Forums by scheduling meetings, preparing documentation, and maintaining records

Minimum Requirements:

BCom Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field (essential)
Postgraduate qualification in Finance (advantageous)
4–8 years’ experience in credit/business analysis within banking or financial services
Solid knowledge of credit risk principles, financial analysis, and banking regulations
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, time management, and communication skills

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