Job Description
Jobs in Rivers, Nigeria.
Role Overview:
The Portfolio Manager will oversee the loan portfolio and manage a team of Field Credit Officers (FCOs) within a designated state. This role focuses on setting performance objectives, managing credit risk, ensuring a strong and profitable loan portfolio, and supporting business and product growth. The Portfolio Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to enforce credit policies and ensure smooth loan disbursement and repayment processes.
Core Responsibilities:
- Team Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and provide direction to Field Credit Officers in the assigned state.
- Set clear goals for FCOs, ensuring their objectives align with company-wide targets.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations, identify development needs, and support professional growth.
- Portfolio Management & Growth:
- Create and implement strategies to expand and maintain a profitable loan portfolio.
- Monitor portfolio performance, including loan approvals, disbursements, and repayments, to ensure targets are met.
- Identify risks and market trends, taking proactive steps to maintain portfolio health.
- Credit Risk Oversight:
- Ensure compliance with company credit policies and procedures.
- Review and approve loan applications from FCOs, making final credit decisions when necessary.
- Collaborate with senior management to assess credit risk and refine evaluation processes.
- Compliance & Reporting:
- Maintain full compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
- Prepare regular portfolio performance reports for senior management, outlining key trends and improvement recommendations.
- Ensure all records and documentation are current and compliant.
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Work with other departments to ensure efficient loan disbursement and servicing.
- Build strong relationships with clients and local stakeholders to enhance the company’s reputation and market presence.
- Resolve escalated customer concerns related to the loan portfolio.
- Process Improvement:
- Identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements in credit administration.
- Stay informed on industry best practices and market changes, adapting strategies as needed.
Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
- 4-5 years of experience in lending, credit, or portfolio management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
- Strong background in credit risk and financial analysis.
- In-depth understanding of regulatory compliance in the financial industry.
- Proven success in managing and expanding a loan portfolio in a dynamic environment.
- Must reside in the assigned state.
Key Skills:
- Leadership and team management
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
- Strategic thinking and planning
- High attention to detail
- Proficiency in relevant technologies
Additional Requirements:
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Willingness to travel for client visits and team meetings as needed.
- Results-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Source: From Company Career Portal/Other Job Boards.
https://job-boards.eu.greenhouse.io/moniepoint/jobs/4527346101