Website RPO Recruitment
RPO is a Specialist Recruitment Agency that focuses on select market segments. These are Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain and Manufacturing. With over 12 years of experience in the recruitment industry, RPO Recruitment has access to over 80,000 candidates across various industries, al… read morel accessible through our highly trained and specialised recruiters. At RPO Recruitment, we have access to the most popular job portals and recruitment sites to enable us to hunt for those positions.
Job Description
RPO’s client is seeking a skilled and strategically minded Senior Credit Risk Advisor to join their high-performing team in Durban.
This role is ideal for a seasoned credit risk professional who can manage client risk across regions, develop teams, and contribute significantly to operational effectiveness and customer satisfaction.
You will be responsible for leading credit risk initiatives, coaching a team, and driving excellence across all facets of financial risk management and advisory.
Duties & Responsibilities
Manage risk across national and regional client portfolios, ensuring early identification of threats
Lead and mentor a team of credit risk and recovery specialists, promoting operational excellence
Advise clients on credit insurance, financial policies, and business continuity strategies
Conduct regular client visits, debtor meetings, and legal escalations where necessary
Oversee credit applications, insurance claims, declarations, and reporting processes
Collaborate with attorneys, insurers, and internal teams to manage collections and recoveries
Promote full service offerings and identify opportunities for strategic partnerships
Monitor team and individual performance, budgets, and client satisfaction metrics
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Law, or Business Management
NQF Level 7 or equivalent qualification
FSCA accreditation
At least 5 years’ experience in credit risk management or advisory roles
Previous leadership experience and exposure to credit insurers advantageous
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in financial reporting and MS Office
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