Head of Credit - UK Cards

About LendableLendable is on a mission to build the world's best technology to help people get credit and save money. We're building one of the world’s leading fintech companies and are off to a strong start:One of the UK’s newest unicorns with a team of just over 700 peopleAmong the fastest-growing tech companies in the UKProfitable since 2017Backed by top investors including Balderton Capital and Goldman SachsLoved by customers with the best reviews in the market (4.9 across 10,000s of reviews on Trustpilot)So far, we’ve rebuilt the Big Three consumer finance products from scratch: loans, credit cards and car finance. We get money into our customers’ hands in minutes instead of days.We’re growing fast, and there’s a lot more to do: we’re going after the two biggest Western markets (UK and US) where trillions worth of financial products are held by big banks with dated systems and painful processes.Join us if you want toTake ownership across a broad remit.

You are trusted to make decisions that drive a material impact on the direction and success of Lendable from day 1Work in small teams of exceptional people, who are relentlessly resourceful to solve problems and find smarter solutions than the status quoBuild the best technology in-house, using new data sources, machine learning and AI to make machines do the heavy liftingRole OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Head of Credit to lead our UK credit card portfolio's credit risk strategy and operations. This senior leadership role will be responsible for developing and implementing credit risk policies, optimizing portfolio performance, and building a high-performing team to support our UK market operations.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Risk Strategy & ManagementDevelop and execute comprehensive credit risk strategies for the UK credit card portfolioDesign and optimize credit policies, underwriting criteria, and risk-based pricing modelsMonitor portfolio performance metricsImplement proactive risk management frameworks to minimize credit losses while maximizing portfolio growthLead stress testing and scenario analysis to assess portfolio resilienceEnsuring good customer outcomes and regulatory complianceEssential Experience10+ years of experience in credit risk management within consumer lending or credit cards5+ years in senior leadership roles managing credit risk functionsProven track record of developing and implementing successful credit risk strategiesDeep expertise in credit risk modelling, analytics, and decisioning systemsExtensive experience managing and developing high-performing teamsWhat We OfferCompetitive salary and stock optionsOpportunity to shape credit strategy for a leading credit card portfolioCollaborative and innovative work environmentProfessional development and career advancement opportunitiesLife at LendableWinning team: the opportunity to scale up one of the world’s most successful fintech companiesFlexible working: flexible approach tailored to each role. Hybrid roles require three days in-office weekly; fully remote roles include regular opportunities for in-person connection through socials and off-sitesSocials & connection: opportunities and events to come together, socialise, and get to know each other beyond the office wallsHealth coverage: support for your physical and mental wellbeing, including private health coverRetirement & savings: long-term financial wellbeing through retirement savings plansEmployee referral programme: earn a competitive bonus when you refer successful new team membersOffice meals & snacks: enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, plus complimentary lunches prepared by in-house chefs on in-office days at select locationsSustainable commuting: cycle-to-work and electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes available in select locationsPlease note: The availability and details of specific

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