Manager: Credit Origination (Western Cape) at Absa Group Limited (Absa)

Job Summary

• To develop tactical strategy and delivery plans, formulate associated practice/s and to ensure operational implementation and adoption i.t.o. credit risk management methodology, practice, governance and delivery objectives.

Job Description

• Credit Origination, Execution and Fulfillment
• Execution and Fulfillment of Credit Strategy and alignment with RB Business Objectives
• Liaise with Segment Managers to ensure optimal client solutioning within agreed risk framework
• Management of Credit Analysts to execute on agreed objectives

Management of Segment Credit Risk Portfolio

• Working with the High Value and Premium Segment Managers to ensure appropriate analysis in respect of required/ requested facilities, conditions of sanctioning and to maintain the quality of credit risk profile on the portfolios
• Responsible for the team’s Data Quality integrity and quality of Credit Applications submitted for Credit Sanctioning

Team Management

• Develop a high performing team by embedding formal performance development and informal coaching
• Create an effective workforce and ensure that current and future business requirements are met

Risk Management: Providing Subject Matter Expertise to Risk types

• Stakeholder Management: Build and Maintain effective Relationships with relevant stakeholders
• Risk Reporting: Identify, assess and Report key risks arising from significant events, investigations, audit and control issues
• People Management: Develop a high performing Team
• Risk and Control: Adherence to Policies, Procedures and Regulations.
• The Credit Origination Manager is responsible for managing and overseeing the end-to-end credit origination process. This includes taking ownership of limiting Risk by reviewing and approving credit applications, assessing creditworthiness, developing relationships with clients, and ensuring compliance with credit policies and regulations. The role also involves managing the delivery of a team, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and driving business growth by identifying new credit opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

Credit Origination & Approval:

• Oversee the credit origination process, from client application to credit decision.
• Analyze and assess client financial data to determine creditworthiness.
• Review credit applications and ensure that all relevant information is gathered.
• Approve or reject credit applications in accordance with company policies and guidelines.

Client Relationship Management:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout the credit origination process.
• Provide expert advice to clients on credit products and solutions.

Risk Management & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with credit policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with the risk management team to evaluate and mitigate risks associated with credit transactions.
• Monitor ongoing credit performance and take corrective actions when necessary.

Team Leadership & Management:

• Lead and coach a team of credit analysts who form part of the trio relationship with the banker team who are resp.
• Ensure Quality applications are delivered consistently by the team within agreed SLA’s
• Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations to ensure team success.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing work environment by creating a client service culture in all we do
• Encourage the team to generate ideas and seek out opportunities to share knowledge and build on their knowledge

Business Development:

• Identify new business opportunities and potential clients for credit products.
• Collaborate with sales and business development teams to drive growth in credit origination.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to stay ahead of industry developments.

Reporting & Analysis:

• Prepare reports on credit origination activities, performance metrics, and portfolio performance.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management regarding credit risk exposure and business opportunities.

Continuous Improvement:

• Continuously assess and refine credit origination processes to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
• Stay up to date on industry’s best practices and regulatory changes.

Education

• Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

End Date: August 13, 2025