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Job ID : 1533294 Date Updated : April 17th, 2025
Credit Risk - Manager (US Firm)

Manager - Credit Risk Strategy & Lending Insights

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience

Job Description

This position offers the opportunity to lead credit risk strategy for consumer and commercial card lending products, including revolving credit and installment loans. You'll join a fast-paced risk function that balances innovation and regulatory insight while influencing product, marketing, and operational teams across the organization.

Client Details

A global financial services firm known for its customer-centric culture, innovation in lending products, and strong investment in employee growth and inclusion. The firm is recognized for its hybrid work flexibility, cross-functional collaboration, and holistic benefits.

Description

  • Lead design, monitoring, and optimization of credit risk strategies for lending portfolios
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product, operations, risk, and marketing teams
  • Translate complex data into actionable strategies and portfolio improvements
  • Analyze key metrics, identify risks and opportunities, and present insights
  • Support compliance with local regulatory requirements and lending laws
  • Drive continuous learning and promote inclusive team culture

Job Offer

  • Competitive compensation + performance bonus
  • Flexible work model and hybrid work options
  • Comprehensive benefits supporting health, finance, and well-being
  • Generous parental leave and wellness programs
  • Career development, training, and global mobility opportunities

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Carl Iso +818046764473.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level No experience
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Fluent
Minimum Education Level Associate Degree/Diploma
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

  • Experience in credit risk, lending strategy, or analytics
  • Strong data analysis skills with tools like SQL, Python, SAS, or R
  • Clear and persuasive communication across cross-functional teams
  • Ability to balance growth and risk to deliver sustainable results
  • Experience with Japan's Installment Sales Law preferred
  • Bilingual fluency in English and Japanese
  • Bachelor's degree required

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience
Industry Other (Banking and Financial Services)

Job Category

  • Banking and Financial Services > Risk, Credit, Debt Administration
  • Banking and Financial Services > Other (Banking and Financial Services)