Role Overview
We are looking for a seasoned credit professional to lead our secured lending vertical. The role involves building and managing the end-to-end credit function for secured products such as loan against property, secured business loans, and asset-backed lending. The incumbent will be responsible for shaping credit policies, ensuring strong risk governance, maintaining portfolio quality, and supporting business growth through sound credit decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and lead the credit strategy for secured lending across products and geographies.
- Frame and implement credit policies, processes, and risk parameters in line with regulatory norms and company objectives.
- Oversee underwriting, sanction, and approval of secured loan proposals within defined authority limits.
- Review high-value proposals, ensure thorough due diligence, and maintain decision accuracy and turnaround efficiency.
- Work closely with business, risk, and operations teams to ensure smooth flow from sourcing to disbursement.
- Continuously monitor portfolio performance, including delinquency trends, NPAs, and recovery actions.
- Lead periodic policy reviews, data-driven portfolio analysis, and early warning monitoring.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders such as auditors, rating agencies, and regulators on credit-related matters.
- Build and mentor a strong team of credit managers and underwriters; ensure capability development and performance discipline.
- Maintain a balanced approach between business growth and prudent risk management.
Desired Profile
Qualification : CA / MBA (Finance) / equivalent professional degree.Experience : 15-20 years in credit and risk functions with at least 5 years handling secured lending portfolios.Exposure to SME, LAP, housing, or asset-backed segments preferred.Strong understanding of collateral valuation, legal documentation, and recovery mechanisms.Proven ability to manage large ticket underwriting, team leadership, and policy governance.Sound knowledge of RBI / NBFC guidelines related to secured lending.Excellent analytical skills, decision-making ability, and integrity in credit judgement.Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.What We Offer
A leadership platform to shape and scale the secured credit portfolio.Opportunity to work directly with senior management and contribute to strategic business growth.Freedom to innovate and strengthen credit frameworks.Competitive compensation and performance-linked rewards.(ref : iimjobs.com)