Nedbank is inviting experienced banking and credit professionals to apply for the position of Manager Credit Large within the Commercial Underwriting division. These opportunities are available in Sandton, Gauteng and Plattekloof, Western Cape.

This role is ideal for professionals with strong experience in corporate credit assessment, commercial banking, and risk management involving large and complex business clients.

About Nedbank

Nedbank is one of South Africa’s leading financial institutions, offering banking, lending, investment, and financial solutions across the country. The bank is recognised for its focus on innovation, governance, risk management, and professional development within the financial services industry.

Position Details

Manager Credit Large

Position Information

• Company: Nedbank
• Business Unit: Commercial Underwriting
• Career Stream: Credit Management
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Locations:
  • Sandton, Gauteng
  • Plattekloof, Western Cape

Job Purpose

The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, evaluating, and managing large commercial credit exposures while ensuring alignment with the bank’s risk appetite and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Assessment & Risk Management

• Conduct in-depth credit reviews and portfolio monitoring
• Evaluate large commercial and corporate lending transactions
• Monitor emerging risks and recommend corrective actions
• Deliver expert credit opinions on structured finance and syndicated loans

Policy & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with credit policies and regulatory requirements
• Contribute to credit policy refinement and governance frameworks
• Participate in Risk Committees and monitoring forums

Stakeholder Management

• Build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Present reports and recommendations to senior committees
• Support ethical lending practices and customer fairness

Leadership & Team Development

• Mentor credit analysts and support team development
• Contribute to recruitment, onboarding, and staff performance management
• Promote teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• NQF Level 7 qualification in:
  • Finance
  • Banking
  • Credit Management
  • Related Financial Field

Advantageous Qualifications

• CIMA qualification
• Credit Management qualification
• Equivalent professional banking certifications

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Credit Assessment and Decisioning within banking
• Minimum 3 years’ Business Banking experience with large commercial clients
• Experience with structured lending and large credit portfolios
• Supervisory or team leadership experience will be advantageous

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Own reliable vehicle
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Individual Credit Mandate of R30 Million

Required Knowledge & Skills

Technical Knowledge

• Banking procedures and governance
• Credit risk management
• Financial analysis
• Regulatory compliance
• Financial management principles
• Risk appetite frameworks

Behavioural Competencies

• Communication skills
• Customer focus
• Decision-making abilities
• Leadership and teamwork
• Analytical and problem-solving skills

Why You Should Apply

This opportunity offers experienced banking professionals the chance to work within one of South Africa’s major financial institutions while managing high-value corporate credit portfolios.

Benefits

• Exposure to complex corporate banking transactions
• Leadership and management experience
• Career growth within commercial banking and risk management
• Opportunity to work in high-performing banking environments

Application Guidelines

Before applying, ensure you prepare the following documents:

Documents Required

• Updated CV
• Certified qualifications
• Certified ID copy
• Driver’s license copy
• Supporting professional certifications (if applicable)

Important Notes

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Applicants must meet the banking and credit experience requirements
• Ensure all submitted information is accurate and complete

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