VP Global Credit

Compensation: To $210K.

Job Overview – VP Of Global Credit – 33442

The Vice President of Credit Control is responsible for shaping and executing the company’s global credit control strategy to minimize credit risk, enhance financial stability, and ensure compliance with international regulatory standards. This senior leadership role requires a strategic mindset to manage global credit exposure, optimize debt recovery processes, and implement advanced technologies to drive efficiency and analytical capabilities.

Leading a worldwide team of credit professionals, this role establishes key performance indicators, fosters strong stakeholder relationships, and collaborates cross-functionally to align credit policies with broader business objectives. The VP of Credit Control plays a pivotal role in maintaining customer relationships while enforcing prudent credit risk management practices. Additionally, this position oversees financial reporting, budget management, and continuous process improvements to uphold high performance and compliance standards across all markets.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Credit Risk Management:

• Develop and implement a global credit control strategy to minimize risk while optimizing financial stability.
• Regularly review and refine credit policies and risk models in response to evolving market dynamics and regulatory changes.
• Oversee global credit exposure, ensuring alignment with business goals and risk appetite.
  
  
  

Leadership & Team Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of credit control professionals, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.
• Establish training programs and career development initiatives to strengthen team expertise.
  
  
  

Performance Management & KPI Monitoring:

• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for credit control operations.
• Analyze performance data, anticipate potential risks, and implement strategic interventions to enhance efficiency.
  
  
  

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Serve as the primary liaison between corporate finance leaders, regional managers, and external partners regarding credit control matters.
• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, and IT to align credit control strategies with broader operational and financial objectives.
  
  
  

Regulatory Compliance & Governance:

• Ensure compliance with international credit regulations and financial governance standards.
• Stay ahead of regulatory changes and implement necessary policy and process updates.
  
  
  

Financial Oversight & Reporting:

• Oversee detailed reporting on global credit exposure, delinquency rates, and financial metrics.
• Provide senior management with data-driven insights to support decision-making.
  
  
  

Debt Management & Collections Optimization:

• Develop and implement strategies for effective debt recovery and dispute resolution.
• Introduce innovative solutions to enhance collection efficiency and overdue account management.
  
  
  

Technology & Innovation:

• Champion the adoption of AI, machine learning, and other advanced technologies to enhance credit analysis and operational efficiency.
• Lead the integration of new credit management tools and platforms across global teams.
  
  
  

Customer Relationship Management:

• Balance risk management with a customer-centric approach to credit control, ensuring strong client relationships while enforcing financial policies.
  
  
  

Crisis Management & Contingency Planning:

• Develop and execute contingency plans for potential financial crises or credit market disruptions.
  
  
  

Budget & Resource Management:

• Oversee budget allocation for the global credit department, ensuring cost efficiency and resource optimization.
  
  
  

Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization:

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of credit control measures and team performance.
• Maintain and refine departmental scorecards to measure credit control effectiveness globally.
  
  
  

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 15 years of experience in credit control, risk management, or corporate finance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record in managing global credit operations and risk mitigation strategies.
• Strong leadership skills with experience leading international teams.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, compliance standards, and industry best practices.
• Expertise in credit risk assessment, debt recovery, and financial reporting.
• Experience implementing credit management technologies and automation tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
  
  
  

Additional Job Details

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