National Credit Manager - Business Loans

Role & responsibilities Develop and implement credit policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory requirements and company objectives. Manage the credit underwriting process, including evaluation of loan applications, credit scoring, and approval/rejection decisions. Monitor and analyze credit portfolio performance, identifying areas of improvement and implementing strategies to mitigate risk. Conduct periodic reviews and audits to ensure adherence to credit policies and regulatory standards. Provide leadership and guidance to the credit team, fostering a culture of accountability, professionalism, trust and continuous learning. Recruit, train and develop a high-performing credit team capable of meeting organizational goals. Set performance targets and KPIs for the team, regularly assessing performance and providing feedback for improvement. Manage budgetary allocations for the credit department, optimizing resource utilization and controlling cost effectively. Preferred candidate profile Minimum of 10 - 15 years of experience in credit management within the financial services industry, with at least 3 years in a managerial role. Proven track record of successfully managing credit operations, implementing credit policies, and achieving business objectives. Experience in Business Loan is mandatory