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Eastern Bank

Credit Risk Review Specialist I

Wakefield, MA · On-site

$85K - $140K/yr

Escalate concerns to senior reviewers or team leadership for guidance and resolution. * Engage ... The VP / Credit Risk Review Specialist I performs assigned reviews with guidance from senior team ...

Braviant Holdings

Senior Credit Risk Analyst

Dallas, TX · On-site

Senior Credit Risk Analyst Function: Credit Risk Reports to: Head of Credit Level: Mid-Level ... Conduct vintage analysis, loss curve development, and cohort-level performance reviews to support ...

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As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior credit risk review in the United States is $118,258.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $145,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Senior Credit Risk Review?

A Senior Credit Risk Review is a senior-level professional responsible for evaluating and assessing the credit risk associated with lending activities within a financial institution. They review credit portfolios, analyze loan documentation, and ensure adherence to regulatory and internal risk standards. Their role is crucial in identifying potential weaknesses in credit exposures and recommending improvements to mitigate losses. Typically, they collaborate with risk management teams and provide independent assessments to support sound lending practices.

How does a Senior Credit Risk Review professional typically interact with other departments within a financial institution?

As a Senior Credit Risk Review professional, you will regularly collaborate with teams across lending, underwriting, compliance, and internal audit. Your role involves evaluating credit portfolios, identifying potential risks, and providing recommendations for mitigating those risks, which requires clear communication with front-line business units and management. You'll also participate in cross-departmental meetings to discuss findings and ensure that credit policies align with both regulatory standards and the institution’s risk appetite. This collaborative environment fosters a comprehensive understanding of the organization's overall risk profile and supports proactive risk management.

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

To thrive as a Senior Credit Risk Review professional, you need deep expertise in credit analysis, risk assessment, and financial statement review, often supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with risk management systems, credit scoring models, and regulatory compliance tools such as Moody’s Analytics or Bloomberg is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this position. These skills and qualities are essential for identifying potential credit risks, ensuring compliance, and maintaining the financial health of an organization.
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Credit Risk Review Examiner

Credit Risk Review Examiner

Regions Financial Corporation

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Regions Bank rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 157 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 149 rated banks

Job description

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career --- a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice.
Regions is dedicated to taking appropriate steps to safeguard and protect private and personally identifiable information you submit. The information that you submit will be collected and reviewed by associates, consultants, and vendors of Regions in order to evaluate your qualifications and experience for job opportunities and will not be used for marketing purposes, sold, or shared outside of Regions unless required by law. Such information will be stored in accordance with regulatory requirements and in conjunction with Regions' Retention Schedule for a minimum of three years. You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.
Job Description:
At Regions, the Credit Risk Review Examiner continuously monitors and examines activities. This position assesses and reports the status and direction of credit risk within the assigned portfolios. The Examiner identifies risk direction drivers, evaluates origination quality, portfolio quality, and elements of credit risk management by review of various credit metrics, transaction testing, and periodic interaction with first and second line of defense business managers, staff, and other risk assessment functions. They identify issues that require management attention and will communicate and summarize review findings in applicable report format for risk rating accuracy, policy compliance, and prudent credit risk management practices.
Primary Responsibilities
  • Serves as a subject matter expert and maintains an advanced knowledge of sound lending practices, lending regulations, and the bank's loan policy and underwriting guidelines
  • Reviews credit exposures to provide assurance of compliance with Regions' credit policies as well as safe and sound banking practices
  • Participates and/or takes a leadership role in credit risk review examinations, which may include horizontal reviews that cross lines of business and geographies with minimal guidance from management
  • Develops and maintains positive working relationships with line of business management, credit risk management, audit staff, and other departments
  • Analyzes trends in key quality and performance metrics, reviews transactions, and assesses processes associated with the origination and servicing of assigned loan portfolios
  • Leads the identification and monitoring of evolution of key risk direction drivers for assigned portfolios
  • Independently performs ad hoc analysis of often complex credit risk issues, frequently requiring aggregation of transaction data through use of spreadsheet or database software
  • Maintains specialized knowledge as required for assigned lines of business, which may include expertise required to assess periodic validation of credit scoring models, understanding portfolio valuation techniques, etc.
  • Proposes appropriate ratings and risk direction assessments and participates in developing findings and conclusions, presenting results to senior managers, and in completing written reports within departmental guidelines
  • Maintains information or work papers to support review process and findings
  • Maintains a thorough knowledge of credit risk review procedures, sound lending practices, credit policies, and regulatory requirements
  • May serve as lead review analyst for assigned line(s) of business for continuous monitoring of credit risk conducted between examinations
  • Collaborates with senior management in maintaining relevant knowledge of evolving and changing regulations and policies
  • Collaborates with senior management in the development of team goals and objectives, ensuring consistent achievement
  • Offers advice and guidance to junior examiners, assisting in the development of necessary skills and the promotion of continuous improvement initiatives

This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
This position is incentive eligible.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • Twelve (12) years of credit-related experience, or eight (8) years of third line of defense credit risk assurance, regulatory, or credit approval/management experience
  • Experience writing risk management review reports

Skills and Competencies
  • Ability to learn additional systems as needed
  • Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts
  • Ability to work in a team environment when applicable
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
  • Strong verbal, written communication, and organizational skills
  • Strong work ethic and self-motivation

Position Type
Full time
Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.
The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
Job Range Target:
Minimum:
$116,304.65 USD
Median:
$165,820.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans:
This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary incentive plan. Employees are eligible to receive a discretionary award based on individual, business, and/or company performance.Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.
Benefits Information
Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.
  • Paid Vacation/Sick Time
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
  • Disability Benefits
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Associate Volunteer Program

Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time. To learn more about Regions' benefits, please click or copy the link below to your browser.
https://www.regions.com/about-regions/welcome-portal/benefits
Location Details
Regions Center
Location:
Birmingham, Alabama
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.

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