Senior Credit Risk Manager

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 liftingAbout The RoleWe're looking for a Senior Credit Risk Manager to join the US Cards Credit team. This is a high-ownership role where you'll shape how we make, measure, and value credit decisions, partnering closely with data science, product, engineering, and capital markets to drive meaningful impact across the portfolio.Our Core ResponsibilitiesBuild a high-performing credit card portfolio with ambitious growth targets and a commitment to responsible lendingOptimize credit decisioning including who to lend to, limits to set, and rates to offerDefine and refine credit strategies that align with evolving portfolio goals, staying ahead of economic trends and adapting accordinglyOwn the end-to-end testing ecosystem — experimentation design, implementation standards, and statistically sound result interpretationBuild and own a monitoring & analytics suite that gives a clear, end-to-end view of credit performance and unit economics, and serves as a single source of truth for senior leadershipDevelop and own models that forecast returns, value the portfolio, and drive investor reportingDiscover data-driven insights using Python and SQL to address key business questionsCollaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, data, and operations teams to implement and improve strategiesContinuously monitor the effectiveness of credit strategies and identify areas for improvementWhat You'll Need To SucceedDaily coding experience with Python and SQLProven experience in credit risk strategy within finance, ideally within consumer lendingDeep understanding of experimentation, measurement, and statistical inference (power, significance, bias, causality, guardrails)Strong understanding of credit performance and unit economics in lendingStrategic thinking and ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable decisionsResults-focused mindset balancing business and customer needsCollaborative, growth mindset and willingness to challenge your own assumptionsStrong sense of ownership and proactive problem-solving attitudeInterview ProcessCall with a recruiter (30 minutes)Cognitive Test (15 Minutes)Take-home coding exercise + Task debrief (60 minutes)Case study interview (60 minutes)Culture-add interview (30 minutes)Life 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, socialize, 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 benefits vary by location and role. For more information, please speak to your Talent Partner.Compensation Range: $175K - $250K