Portfolio Head: Retail, Wholesale, Fleet & Corporate Credit
Tafadzwa Consulting · Johannesburg, Gauteng
Posted 15 September 2026
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Our Client is recruiting a Head of Credit who will be responsible for providing strategic and executive leadership across the organization’s end-to-end credit value chain. The role is accountable for developing and executing the credit strategy in support of sustainable business growth, profitability, and customer acquisition, while maintaining a robust risk appetite and high-quality lending portfolio. The Head of Credit will balance growth, risk, customer experience, and profitability, ensuring that credit decisions support the organization’s commercial objectives without compromising portfolio quality, regulatory compliance, or long-term value creation. Duties & Responsibilities
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Commerce, Risk Management, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
- A relevant postgraduate qualification would be advantageous.
- 10 years of relevant experience in Credit Risk Management, Analytics, Statistical modelling, or a related discipline in a financial institution.
- 4 years’ leadership experience with board exposure is advantageous.
- Valid driver’s license
- Computer Literacy
- Willing to travel