Head of Credit - Speciality Finance (Contract or Permanent)

** Contract or Permanent Role **

My Challenger Bank client is recruiting for a 2LOD Head of Credit to set up and manage their new Speciality Finance Credit function.

Overview

The Head of Credit Risk – Speciality Finance (SF) is accountable for overseeing and shaping the credit risk profile of the Speciality Finance business within the Bank.

This is a senior, strategic second-line role, supporting the development, launch, and long-term sustainability of the SF product offering. The role ensures lending activity remains aligned with the Group’s risk appetite, capital framework, and regulatory obligations, while enabling sustainable growth and strong returns.

As a key credit leader, the postholder will set and govern credit policy, ensure consistently high-quality lending decisions, and play a critical role in the successful establishment and scaling of the SF proposition ...