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Senior Manager - Credit Risk
Ernst & Young Global LimitedJohannesburg, ZA18 days ago
Job descriptionDevelopment and validation of credit risk models (PD, LGD, EAD, ECL) under IFRS 9 Credit impairment assessment and due diligence reviews Development and validation of Basel internal rating-based models Designing and reviewing credit risk decisioning and pricing models Building predictive models, ML algorithms and advanced analytics solutions for clients Creating visualisations of data and generating in-depth insights Developing thought leadership material on relevant industry topics Participate in and as required, lead FS Risk client engagements Develop long-term, sustainable relationships with key client stakeholders in line with our go to market strategies and individual market development initiatives Develop client solutions based on a deep understanding and knowledge of clients’ business needs Develop informed views for clients on the implications of current and anticipated industry issues Generate new business sales through proactively managing key accounts, identifying new client opportunities, and playing a significant role in developing and driving sales campaigns / solutions Live the EY values Act as a thought leader in the field of credit risk Lead engagement teams and accounts Develop people through effectively supervising, coaching and mentoring all junior levels of staff Provide learning and growth opportunities to staff and encourage the potential within all staff to take on challenging opportunities Conduct performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for junior levels of staff Contribute to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining and training FS Risk professionals Maintain an educational program to continually develop your own personal skills Relevant Masters (MComm / MSc / MPhil) or Honours degree in quantitative field like computer science, engineering, actuarial, statistics, mathematics, or related field Professional qualification (CFA / FRM / PRM / FIA / FASSA / CERA) a plus Sound understanding of quantitative methods and the application of these to financial risk management Advanced knowledge of statistical and machine learning techniques (e.g. regression, decision trees, clustering, neural networks, etc.) A minimum of 8 years relevant working experience Strong analytical skills and statistical aptitude in a modelling environment Proficient in MS Office Knowledge of SAS programming is preferable Experience in the development, review and validation of credit risk models (PD, LGD, EAD, ECL) under IFRS 9 and Basel internal rating-based models is a plus Innovative, creative thinking and problem-solving skills Robust project management skills Solid presentation skills and confidence to be client-facing Effective time management Strong writing skills Initiative and enthusiasm People skills Ability to work under pressure Flexibility to accept change and adapt Accounting / Financial Services jobs
Job title : Senior Manager - Credit Risk
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : October 09, 2025
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- We are currently recruiting for a Senior Manager within our Financial Services Risk Management – Quantitative Advisory Services (QAS) team. The role will focus on the credit risk competency. This includes credit risk modelling, credit risk model validation and the development of advanced analytical solutions for credit decisioning.
- The practice focusses on financial services across banking, insurance, and corporate treasuries.
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Manager Credit Risk • Johannesburg, ZA