Credit Profile Manager at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Credit Profile Manager

Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Implement and enforce internal controls to identify and mitigate potential fraud risks related credit profiles and loan applications
• Stay informed on industry changes, regulations, and trends, and implement necessary adjustment to internal practices.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations (e.g., fair lending, anti-money laundering) in credit evaluation and approval processes.
• Assist in the creation and refinement of lending policies, ensuring that they align with industry regulations, best practices, and company goals.
• Ensure that all documentation for loan application are accurate and complete before processing and approving loan applications.
• Oversee the end-to-end process for reviewing and approving loan applications, ensuring compliance with company policies and external regulations.
• Present findings and insights to senior management to guide decision-making regarding credit profiles.
• Prepare regular reports on the status of credit portfolios, highlighting any emerging risks, trends, or opportunities to improve performance.
• Continuously monitor the credit profiles of existing clients, especially those with active loans or credit lines.
• Develop and apply lending criteria to minimize risk while ensuring profitable lending decisions.
• Evaluate the creditworthiness of individuals or businesses applying for loans and determine approval, modification, or rejection of loan applications based on risk assessment.
• Analyze credit profiles of loan applicants and existing clients by reviewing credit reports, scores, financial statements, and other relevant documents.

Required Qualifications
Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Advanced certifications is an added advantage

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years Prior work experience with a start up preferably in the lending sector.
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in credit management, risk analysis, or a related field within a lending or financial services company.
• Experience in analyzing credit reports and assessing financial statements.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Proficiency in credit analysis tools, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint),
• Knowledge of credit risk management and regulatory standards related to lending.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to clients and colleagues.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.

Application Closing Date
24th April, 2025.