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VP Credit Risk Management

Tampa, FL · Hybrid

$180K - $260K/yr

The role oversees credit risk governance, analytics, reporting, and monitoring activities to support safe and sound lending practices while enabling sustainable organizational growth. Through ...

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About the Role The Director, Credit Risk Management, leads the development and execution of credit risk strategies across the organization, with responsibility for originations and underwriting ...

About the Role The Director, Credit Risk Management, leads the development and execution of credit risk strategies across the organization, with responsibility for originations and underwriting ...

The Credit Risk Manager is responsible for delivering strategies that drive product growth and optimization for the private label retail business. You will own and manage credit risk strategies ...

The position reports directly to an Assistant Vice President responsible for Acquisition Initial Credit Line Risk Management. Summary of Essential Job Functions * Help deliver profitable growth ...

You will own credit risk for one of the largest asset managers in onchain finance. Gauntlet serves $1.5B+ in client TVL, and every dollar of credit we extend onchain runs through a risk function that ...

Credit Risk Manager

New York, NY · Remote

$100K - $110K/yr

About the Role The Credit Risk Manager will play a critical role in shaping and leading Made Card's credit risk strategy across the customer lifecycle. You'll drive underwriting, pricing ...

Manager, Credit Risk

$120K - $160K/yr

Responsibilities The Credit Risk Manager is responsible for developing and executing credit risk strategies that optimize portfolio performance across multiple loan products. This role serves as the ...

The position reports directly to an Assistant Vice President responsible for Acquisition Initial Credit Line Risk Management. Summary of Essential Job Functions * Help deliver profitable growth ...

The position reports directly to an Assistant Vice President responsible for Acquisition Initial Credit Line Risk Management. Summary of Essential Job Functions * Help deliver profitable growth ...

Credit Risk Associate

Chicago, IL · On-site

$73K - $100K/yr

Exempt The Credit Risk Associate will analyze and mitigate credit risk exposure for RWEA. Role Responsibilities: * Assess and monitor counterparty credit exposures, including payment, performance ...

Credit Risk Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$100K - $110K/yr

About the Role The Credit Risk Manager will play a critical role in shaping and leading Made Card's credit risk strategy across the customer lifecycle. You'll drive underwriting, pricing ...

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How much do credit risk jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for credit risk in the United States is $109,314.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,000.00 and $142,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Credit Risk Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Credit Risk Analyst, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of financial statements, and a background in finance, economics, or a related field, often supported by a relevant degree or certification (such as FRM or CFA). Familiarity with risk assessment tools, financial modeling software, and credit rating systems is typically required. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for interpreting data and presenting risk assessments to stakeholders. These skills and qualities are crucial for making informed decisions that minimize financial losses and ensure sound lending practices.

What is the difference between Credit Risk vs Credit Analyst?

AspectCredit RiskCredit Analyst
Primary FocusAssessing the likelihood of borrower default to manage overall credit riskAnalyzing credit data to determine creditworthiness of individual applicants
Work EnvironmentRisk management teams, financial institutions, credit departmentsBanking, lending institutions, financial services
Required CredentialsOften requires risk management certifications, finance degreesFinance or accounting degrees, certifications like CFA or credit-specific courses

While both roles involve understanding credit, Credit Risk focuses on managing the overall risk exposure of an organization, whereas a Credit Analyst evaluates individual credit applications to determine approval. Both roles are essential in the lending process but differ in scope and responsibilities.

What is credit risk and what does a credit risk professional do?

Credit risk refers to the possibility that a borrower or counterparty will fail to meet their financial obligations, such as repaying a loan or making payments on time. Credit risk professionals analyze financial data, assess the creditworthiness of individuals or companies, and help set lending policies to minimize potential losses for banks or financial institutions. They use various models and tools to evaluate risk, monitor existing loans, and recommend strategies to mitigate exposure. Their work is essential for maintaining the financial health and stability of lending organizations.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals in credit risk roles, and how can they be addressed?

Credit risk professionals often encounter challenges such as assessing the creditworthiness of new and existing clients, keeping up with rapidly changing market conditions, and managing large volumes of data to make informed decisions. To address these, it's important to stay updated on industry trends, develop strong analytical and communication skills, and leverage advanced risk assessment tools. Collaborating closely with colleagues in underwriting, sales, and compliance teams also helps ensure well-rounded risk evaluations and consistent application of policies.
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Infographic showing various Credit Risk job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,314 per year, or $52.6 per hour.
VP Credit Risk Management

VP Credit Risk Management

Suncoast Credit Union

Tampa, FL • Hybrid

$180K - $260K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

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Suncoast Credit Union rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Overview

Compensation: $180,000.00 - $260,000.00 salary based on experience and credentials
Location Type: Hybrid, a flexible work model blending in-office and remote working
Position Type: Full Time

The Vice President of Credit Risk Management is responsible for leading the enterprise credit risk management program, providing independent oversight and effective challenge across all lending portfolios. This role ensures alignment with the Credit Union’s risk appetite, strategic objectives, regulatory requirements, and governance standards. As a risk leader, the Vice President serves as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board Risk Committee, providing forward-looking insights into portfolio performance, concentration risk, credit policy effectiveness, stress testing results, and emerging credit risk exposures. The role oversees credit risk governance, analytics, reporting, and monitoring activities to support safe and sound lending practices while enabling sustainable organizational growth. Through independent assessment and data-driven analysis, the Vice President helps strengthen the organization’s risk culture and ensures proactive identification, measurement, monitoring, and mitigation of credit risk across the enterprise.


Responsibilities

• Lead the enterprise-wide credit risk management framework
• Establish independent monitoring and oversight of consumer, mortgage, indirect, credit card, HELOC, business lending, and participation portfolios
• Ensure effective governance over Current Expected Credit Losses (CECL) credit risk policies, delegated authorities, concentration limits, risk appetite thresholds, policy exceptions and underwriting standards, recommending changes as warranted by economic, regulatory, and portfolio performance trends
• Provide executive and Board reporting regarding portfolio risk, emerging trends, concentrations, and loss exposure
• Oversee and independently challenge stress testing, scenario analysis, portfolio analytics, and portfolio and credit risk forecasting to assess portfolio performance and balance sheet resilience under varying economic conditions
• Partner with Lending, Finance, Compliance, Legal, Internal Audit, Member Solutions and business leaders to promote effective credit risk management practices, support member-centric risk strategies that balance service, growth, and safety and soundness, and provide independence oversight and challenge of credit risk exposures, lending activities, portfolio performance, and key risk decisions while managing second-line authority
• Escalate material credit risk concerns to Executive Management and the Board Risk Committee
• Support examinations and maintain an examiner-defensible credit risk management program
• Lead, develop, and mentor direct reports, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and strong risk management practices
• Drive continuous enhancement of credit risk governance, analytics, monitoring, and reporting capabilities
• Serve as a key advisor to ALCO, ALL, GRC, Pricing Working Group, and other governance committees on credit risk strategy, portfolio performance, reserve adequacy, emerging risk, and risk-adjusted business decisions
• Participate in the overall strategic planning for the credit union, including the creation of the annual business plan and budget
• Provide direction, mentoring, and development opportunities for directly reporting credit union leaders
• Determine and maintain appropriate staffing levels
• Cultivate strong working relationships by building trust among team members
• Establish and implement strategies with short to long term impact on business results
• Establish overall goals for areas of responsibility
• Identify areas for improvement, procedural changes, new developments, or changes in services
• Attend credit union and community events during and outside of regular business hours
• Represent the credit union at key sponsored events, often including speaking and public relations roles
• Promote awareness of the credit union mission to memberships and the community
• Manage vendor relationships and contracts in accordance with the credit union’s Vendor Management Policy
• Oversee regulatory compliance in assigned areas
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of current trends, laws, and issues affecting the area of expertise
• Attend educational events to increase professional knowledge
• Complete annual compliance and info security training to understand employees' role in maintaining effective compliance and security programs


Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Risk Management, or related field
• Advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive credit risk, lending, portfolio management, banking, or credit union experience
• Demonstrated experience interacting with senior executives, regulators, and boards
• Strong knowledge of NCUA, OCC, FDIC, Federal Reserve, CECL, SR 11-7, and risk governance expectations
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and analytical skills to effectively manage areas of responsibility and attain organizational goals
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with members, staff, vendors, government regulators, the Board of Directors, and senior executive leadership
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex problems or situations requiring broad-based solutions impacting multiple business units or functions
• Ability to negotiate and compromise to influence the strategic direction of the organization
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of credit union computer systems and software applications required to perform job duties

Benefits

  • Financial Well-Being: 401K Retirement Planning, Pay Increases based on Competency, Employee Loan Discounts, Flex Spending Accounts
  • Wellness: Medical Coverage, Dental and Vision Coverage, Access to 4,000+ Gyms, Mental Health Resources, PTO Wellness Days, Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
  • Work-Life Balance: 11 Paid Holidays, 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Birthday PTO
  • Community Involvement: Paid Volunteer Hours
  • Growth: Degree Assistance up to $5,000 per year

For more information, including additional benefits, please visit our benefits website at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/benefits

Company Overview 

 #LOVEWORK! Employees flourish in an inclusive culture celebrating growth and prioritizing the community. 
For more information, please visit our careers site at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Risk Management, or related field
• Advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive credit risk, lending, portfolio management, banking, or credit union experience
• Demonstrated experience interacting with senior executives, regulators, and boards
• Strong knowledge of NCUA, OCC, FDIC, Federal Reserve, CECL, SR 11-7, and risk governance expectations
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and analytical skills to effectively manage areas of responsibility and attain organizational goals
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to interact effectively with members, staff, vendors, government regulators, the Board of Directors, and senior executive leadership
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex problems or situations requiring broad-based solutions impacting multiple business units or functions
• Ability to negotiate and compromise to influence the strategic direction of the organization
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of credit union computer systems and software applications required to perform job duties

Benefits

  • Financial Well-Being: 401K Retirement Planning, Pay Increases based on Competency, Employee Loan Discounts, Flex Spending Accounts
  • Wellness: Medical Coverage, Dental and Vision Coverage, Access to 4,000+ Gyms, Mental Health Resources, PTO Wellness Days, Short Term and Long Term Disability Coverage
  • Work-Life Balance: 11 Paid Holidays, 3 weeks of Paid Time Off, 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, Birthday PTO
  • Community Involvement: Paid Volunteer Hours
  • Growth: Degree Assistance up to $5,000 per year

For more information, including additional benefits, please visit our benefits website at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/benefits

Company Overview 

 #LOVEWORK! Employees flourish in an inclusive culture celebrating growth and prioritizing the community. 
For more information, please visit our careers site at https://careers.suncoastcreditunion.com/

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