Work type: Full-Time Employment

Work location: Barbados (In Office/On-Site)

Job Summary/

Primary Role Objective:

The Manager, Credit Risk will be responsible for the design, implementation and execution of the credit risk management framework and supporting processes across the Group of Companies.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, strategic thinking, interpersonal and communication skills, with expertise in managing credit in a financial services environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Credit Risk Management and Oversight:

• Analyze credit oversight strategies, credit structuring, reporting, and loan portfolios to evaluate credit quality and adherence to standards
• Ensure integration within internal practice and procedures of key requirements as outlined in regulatory guidance
• Collaborate with business line heads to ensure effective governance and control over credit risks
• Lead team in the performance of risk assessments on credit proposals
• Assess credit risk profiles and maintain alignment with risk appetite
• Develop and implement mechanisms to measure, monitor, and report credit risks
• Monitor delinquency and loss levels and recommend appropriate actions
• Lead key activities surrounding credit risk stress testing
• Develop and execute activities for Independent Review of credit risk

Team Management and Leadership

• Organize and structure team in credit analysis and oversight
• Manage, supervise, mentor, coach, train, plan work, and coordinate credit team members
• Appraise credit risk team members bi-annually and continually manage employee talent and performance

Communication and Reporting

• Assist the Chief Risk and Compliance Officer in creating an effective communication strategy
• Develop and maintain KPI reporting and analyses to strengthen oversight of credit risk
• Prepare credit reports and other reports to management as required

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking and Finance or Management or a related field.
• Professional certification in risk management (RIMS) or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing credit risk within a financial environment
• Master of Business Administration would be an asset.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrated by effective teamwork and positive working relationships
• Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite of products.

How to apply:

Apply at Jobs: Bridgetown Manager-Credit Risk Jobs – caribbeanjobs.com.

Deadline:

The deadline for submission of applications is Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

We thank all applicants for their interest.  However, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.