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World Bank Group

Credit Risk Officer

Washington, DC

IFC's Credit and Investment Risk Department (CIR) is looking to fill a Risk Officer (F2) position in the Credit Rating Quality Review Unit (CIRRQ). The World Bank Group (WBG) is one of the world ...

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Credit Risk Officer

Helena, MT · Remote

$50 - $60/hr

Credit Risk Officer DataAnnotation is seeking a Credit Risk Officer to join our team and contribute to the training of AI models. The chosen candidate will evaluate the performance and logic of AI ...

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Credit Risk Officer

Columbia, SC · Remote

$50 - $60/hr

Join to apply for the Credit Risk Officer role at DataAnnotation . We are looking for a Credit Risk Officer to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots ...

Farmers Bank

Credit Risk Officer

Little Rock, AR · On-site

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION The Credit Risk Officer is responsible for providing independent, second-line oversight of credit risk across the Bank, with particular emphasis on Commercial Real ...

JCW Group

Chief Credit Risk Officer

Carol Stream, IL

Chief Credit Risk Officer (CCRO) A privately owned bank is seeking a Chief Credit Risk Officer to lead its credit and risk function. This is a hands-on role combining credit leadership with active ...

Adyen

Credit Risk Officer

Chicago, IL · On-site

Credit Risk Officer - Financial Products As a Credit Risk Analyst based in Chicago, you will be part of a growing team responsible for evaluating, managing, and scaling credit risk across Adyen ...

Adyen

Credit Risk Officer

Chicago, IL

Credit Risk Officer - Financial Products As a Credit Risk Analyst based in Chicago, you will be part of a growing team responsible for evaluating, managing, and scaling credit risk across Adyen ...

Frost Bank

Senior Credit Risk Officer

Dallas, TX · On-site

If so, being a Senior Credit Risk Officer with Frost could be for you. At Frost, it's about more than a job. It's about having a flourishing career where you can thrive, both in and out of work. At ...

Frost Bank

Senior Credit Risk Officer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

If so, being a Senior Credit Risk Officer with Frost could be for you. At Frost, it's about more than a job. It's about having a flourishing career where you can thrive, both in and out of work. At ...

Frost Bank

Senior Credit Risk Officer

Austin, TX · On-site

If so, being a Senior Credit Risk Officer with Frost could be for you. At Frost, it's about more than a job. It's about having a flourishing career where you can thrive, both in and out of work. At ...

DataAnnotation

Credit Risk Officer

Indiana, PA · Remote

$50 - $60/hr

We are looking for a Credit Risk Officer to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of ...

DataAnnotation

Credit Risk Officer

Honolulu, HI · Remote

$50 - $60/hr

We are looking for a Credit Risk Officer to join our team to help train the next generation of AI while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and the freedom to set your own schedule. This role is ...

DataAnnotation

Credit Risk Officer

Jackson, MS · Remote

$50 - $60/hr

We are looking for a Credit Risk Officer to join our team to help train the next generation of AI while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and the freedom to set your own schedule. This role is ...

DataAnnotation

$50 - $60/hr

We are looking for a Credit Risk Officer to join our team to help train the next generation of AI while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and the freedom to set your own schedule. This role is ...

DataAnnotation

Credit Risk Officer

Oregon, WI · Remote

$50 - $60/hr

We are looking for a Credit Risk Officer to join our team to help train the next generation of AI while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and the freedom to set your own schedule. This role is ...

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As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for credit risk officer in the United States is $134,851.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,000.00 and $154,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Credit Risk Officer job?

A Credit Risk Officer is responsible for assessing and managing the potential risks associated with lending and credit decisions. They analyze financial data, review credit applications, and develop risk mitigation strategies to minimize losses for their organization. Their role involves setting credit policies, monitoring portfolio performance, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. By evaluating creditworthiness, they help financial institutions make informed lending decisions while maintaining a balanced risk-reward approach.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Credit Risk Officer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Credit Risk Officer, you need a strong understanding of credit analysis, financial statement evaluation, and risk assessment, typically supported by a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with risk management software, financial modeling tools, and credit rating systems is crucial, and certifications such as FRM or CFA can be beneficial. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication skills help you effectively assess creditworthiness and explain decisions to stakeholders. These skills are essential for identifying potential risk exposures and making informed lending decisions that protect the organization’s financial interests.

What are the main challenges a Credit Risk Officer typically faces in their daily work?

Credit Risk Officers often encounter the challenge of balancing thorough risk analysis with the need for timely decision-making in a fast-paced environment. They must interpret complex financial data and market trends to make accurate credit assessments while complying with evolving regulatory requirements. Additionally, they may need to communicate difficult lending decisions to clients and collaborate closely with relationship managers and other departments. Successfully managing these challenges requires a combination of technical knowledge, sound judgment, and strong interpersonal skills, making the role both dynamic and rewarding.
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Credit Risk Officer

Credit Risk Officer

World Bank Group

Washington, DC

Other

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. We work in more than 100 countries, using our capital, expertise, and influence to create markets and opportunities in developing countries. In fiscal year 2025, IFC committed a record 71.7 billion to private companies and financial institutions in developing countries, leveraging private sector solutions, and mobilizing private capital to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. For more information, visit www.ifc.org.

IFC's Credit and Investment Risk Department (CIR) is looking to fill a Risk Officer (F2) position in the Credit Rating Quality Review Unit (CIRRQ).

The World Bank Group (WBG) is one of the world's largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries. It uses financial resources and extensive experience to help countries reduce poverty, increase economic growth, and improve quality of life. 

IFC is also a leading mobilizer of third-party resources for projects. Our willingness to engage in challenging environments and our leadership in crowding-in private finance enable us to extend our footprint and have a development impact well beyond our direct resources.

IFC's Credit Risk Department
IFC's Credit and Investment Risk Department (CIR) is responsible for providing an independent assessment of risks for all new investment transactions and material portfolio events. Being a part of the formal investment approval hierarchy, CIR serves as a "second pair of eyes". CIR works to strengthen IFC's credit culture, investment quality, and impact by working closely with investment and supporting departments across the Corporation.
The CIR department is composed of CIRIC (Investment and Credit Risk), which is divided into three major regional risk offices (Asia & Pacific, Latin America & Europe & Central Asia and Middle East & Africa) and five other units: CIREQ (Equity), CIRRQ (Credit Rating Quality Review), CIRIN (Insurance), CIRVA (Valuation) and CIRCT (Knowledge Management).

IFC's Credit rating Quality Review Unit (CIRRQ)
Reporting to the CIR Director, CIRRQ is responsible for (a) developing and maintaining the methodology for credit risk ratings, as well as providing training and guidance for its correct application by IFC staff; and (b) organizing and conducting reviews of IFC's business units as to the quality of their performance in relation to such credit risk ratings.
 
The mid-career professional position as a Risk Officer (F2) in CIRRQ will provide the selected candidate with an opportunity to:
  Develop a deeper understanding of IFC's investment business from a risk perspective and strengthening his / her credit analytical skills;
  Get broad-based exposure to the Investment and Credit Risk Department's approach to assessing partners and projects across a wide range of products, countries (including investment in FCS and IDA countries), and Industries (Financial Institutions, Infrastructure, Telecom & Technology, and Manufacturing, Agribusiness & Services);
  Develop unique experience in Emerging Market Countries and FCS and IDA countries, leverage lessons of IFC's experience operating in these markets, and apply globally recognized best practices and standards.
The selected candidate will be based in Washington DC.  

Duties and Accountabilities:
  Support the analysis rating models behavior, focusing on model functioning and results validation;
  Develop databases and data extraction and reporting of risk rating data in combination with data from portfolio and finance to support the analysis and monitoring of risk aspects of the IFC portfolio;
  Support development of rating process definitions and guidelines for new products and special situations;
  Support analysis of IFC's portfolio trends, focusing on early warning signals and integrating key findings and views into overall risk trends in discussions with CIR, Risk VPU and senior management;
  Manage and further develop functioning and controls around IRP central inputs, such as BICRA, CICRA, ICRA, Insolvency Regime Score, FC Sovereign rating, etc.
  Support and participate in the CIRRQ unit reviews;
  Support Credit Officers (COs) and Regional Chief Risk Officers (RCROs) across the department in the interpretation of risk rating rules and methodology;
  Selectively support COs in reviewing new business transactions for part of the time;
  Participate in key corporate or CIR initiatives as requested by the CIR Director or by the CIRRQ Head.

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