Credit Risk Director

CREDIT RISK DIRECTOR

UP TO £130,000

LONDON

HYBRID WORKING (2-3 DAYS PER WEEK IN-OFFICE)

Join a high-impact financial services consultancy as a senior leader, where you'll shape strategy, lead complex analytics projects, and build strong client relationships. This is a standout opportunity to combine hands-on expertise with leadership and commercial influence in a growing, data-driven environment.

THE COMPANY

This organisation is a well-established advisory firm within financial services. They partner with clients to deliver data-driven solutions across lending portfolios and customer strategy. The business offers a collaborative environment with strong opportunities for leadership and progression.

THE ROLE

As a Director, you will lead the delivery of complex credit risk projects while contributing to business development and team leadership. You will oversee multiple engagements and ensure high-quality outcomes for clients.

Specifically, you can expect to be involved in the following:

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• Leading end-to-end delivery of credit risk and analytics projects, from scoping through to completion
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• Managing and mentoring teams of analysts to deliver high-quality outputs
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• Overseeing modelling and analytical work, including hands-on contribution where required
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• Building client relationships and supporting new business opportunities and proposals
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• Contributing to internal capability development, training and best practice standards
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SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

The successful Director will have the following skills and experience:

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• Strong experience in credit risk and analytics within consumer or SME lending
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• Proven ability to manage analytical projects and lead teams effectively
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• Experience developing and applying models such as scorecards, forecasting or strategy models
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• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Python, SQL or SAS
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• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present insights clearly to stakeholders
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BENEFITS

The successful Credit Risk Director will receive a salary up to £130,000.