J1989 – Credit Manager, Small Ticket – UK, SE Eng / Thames Valley – Asset Finance

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Our client is seeking a Credit Manager, Small Ticket – UK, SE Eng (ref: J1989) to lead the Flow Risk team in delivering an efficient and effective transaction and portfolio management service while meeting the needs of key stakeholders, delivering and maintaining a balanced, quality portfolio. The role will involve leading a team of up to 8 Risk Analysts, reporting to the Head of Risk UK. Transaction sizes typically up to £200k.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Lead the management of the workflow and resourcing of the Flow Risk team.
• Make and facilitate decisions in response to credit requests concerning end-users, introducers, schemes and other counterparties.
• Develop effective, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
• Lead the optimisation of processes, including auto decision tools.
• Develop effective and reliable reports in order to monitor the efficacy and efficiency of the team and monitor introducer and portfolio performance.
• Ensure all regulatory and compliance requirements are met.
• Regularly review guidelines and policies to ensure they reflect developing stakeholder requirements.
• Engage directly with end-users, introducers and other counterparties as business requirements demand.
• Set targets and review performance for team members, including recruitment and discipline.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Proven track record in asset finance / leasing industry ideally experience of office technology products.
• Excellent communication, negotiation & conflict resolution skills.
• In depth understanding of financial statements and principles of lending.
• Excellent organisational & time management skills, self motivated.
• Understanding of process management and optimization.
• Demonstrable experience in asset finance / leasing risk management, with experience in a team leader / management role preferred.
• Strong analytical skills, organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate direct reports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

We strongly favour applicants with proven relevant experience in Financial Services; particularly in Asset Finance and Leasing.