Director, Credit Risk

Job overview

The Director, Credit Risk is an onsite role based in Sterling, VA. This position serves as a key leader within the Second Line of Defense, providing independent oversight and governance support across the credit life cycle for a financial services organization. This role exists to assess credit risk practices, portfolio trends, and control effectiveness. The Director, Credit Risk contributes to the company's goals by challenging credit strategies, monitoring risk appetite, and ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations to maintain a safe and sound portfolio.

What you'll do

• Provides effective challenge to credit strategies.
• Conducts independent credit risk assessments.
• Monitors key risk indicators and portfolio trends.
• Supports governance of Allowance for Credit Losses.
• Presents risk reports to senior management.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

sterling va

credit risk

financial services

risk governance

portfolio management

regulatory compliance

strategic leadership

data analytics

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Competitive base salary, bonus incentives, PTO, 401k match, medical, dental, vision, and tuition reimbursement.

Why this role

7+ years credit management experience; focus on 2LOD oversight; strong understanding of banking regulations.

About the employer

Sallie Mae is hiring for this role. Industry: International, Secondary Market, and All Other Nondepository Credit Intermediation. Sector: 52.