Credit Risk Consultant – Senior Consultant

About the role

Deloitte’s Regulatory & Financial Risk division is seeking a Senior Consultant to support the Credit Risk team in delivering advisory, assurance and managed solutions to clients across Africa.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, calibrate and validate credit risk models, including IFRS 9 impairment models and Basel regulatory models.
• Perform model monitoring, testing and benchmarking of credit metrics against market peers.
• Produce analytical deliverables, project reports and client presentations, ensuring quality and accuracy.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to communicate project challenges, outcomes and strategic insights.

Required profile

• Undergraduate degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Financial Engineering, Actuarial Science, Engineering, Economics or Econometrics.
• 3‑5 years of experience in banking, financial services consulting or a related environment.
• Strong understanding of the credit lifecycle, model risk management, Basel regulations and IFRS 9.
• Proven ability to lead projects, mentor colleagues and deliver complex work within time and cost constraints.

Required skills

• SAS (including Enterprise Guide)
• R
• Python
• Advanced Excel