Head Of Credit Assessment

For a global leader in the trade credit insurance sector: Head of Credit Assessment

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a local information strategy in line with the company’s policies and standards
• Set performance objectives for Credit Analysts and actively support their professional growth
• Oversee data management processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability
• Proactively identify, assess, and introduce new data sources through structured data-hunting activities
• Contribute to budget planning in accordance with provided guidelines and instructions
• Continuously oversee and enhance information-related processes
• Closely monitor buyer developments and supervise the evaluation and assessment of buyer creditworthiness
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with local information providers
• Foster effective collaboration with internal stakeholders, particularly Credit Underwriters and Surety teams
• Manage direct interactions and on-site visits with key and strategic buyers
• Take part in relevant local economic, financial, and industry events
• Ensure that appropriate training frameworks and development plans are in place for the team
• Implement, monitor, and enforce the correct application of the manual grading methodology

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Finance, Banking, or a related field
• Proven professional experience within information, risk underwriting, or related functions, with a minimum of 5 years in a managerial role
• Deep understanding of the local credit insurance market, strong knowledge of local business information, and solid awareness of the local economic environment, including current conditions and trends
• Strong expertise in finance and credit management, supported by advanced economic and financial analysis skills
• Ability to identify effective and sustainable solutions while adapting positively to ongoing change
• Demonstrated leadership and negotiation skills, with the capacity to motivate teams and work collaboratively
• Strong interpersonal abilities, enabling effective interaction with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds
• Tactful, professional, and effective when handling sensitive or confidential matters
• High level of proficiency in English

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Career development and growth opportunities