Credit Review Manager - Financial Services Risk Consulting

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
101K-203K Annually
Senior level
Legal Tech • Other • Professional Services • Real Estate • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Financial Services
Experience the power of being understood.
The Role
Lead and mentor credit risk teams to perform credit and loan reviews, internal audits, policy assessments, and deliver actionable recommendations to clients. Drive practice development, present findings to senior stakeholders, support talent growth, and build market presence while ensuring high-quality credit risk mitigation across lending industries.
Summary Generated by Built In

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated individual to lead teams of credit risk professionals in addressing our client’s credit risk mitigation needs. Engagements will encompass a broad range of credit risk-related matters and may include the following: credit risk review or loan review work, credit administration and policy review, quality assurance/ internal audits of loan review departments, and other credit risk specific engagements.     

Key responsibilities include:

  • Lead and Inspire: Manage and mentor multidisciplinary teams, fostering a collaborative, client-focused culture that delivers exceptional results.
  • Deliver Expertise: Provide deep subject-matter knowledge in credit risk mitigation, credit policies, and procedures across a variety of engagements.
  • Drive Excellence: Oversee credit risk reviews, loan reviews, internal audits, and policy assessments with precision and strategic insight.
  • Client Engagement: Communicate industry trends and best practices effectively to clients, offering actionable recommendations and thought leadership.
  • Practice Development: Contribute to internal initiatives including talent development, business growth, and service innovation.
  • Mentorship & Talent Growth: Support the professional development of team members through coaching, feedback, and career guidance.
  • Personal Growth: Invest in your own development through continuous learning in technical areas, industry specialization, and leadership.
  • Market Presence: Build your personal brand and network to identify new opportunities and drive growth for the risk consulting practice.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
  • Minimum 8 years of experience as a commercial credit analyst, credit officer, loan review officer, commercial portfolio manager, or a related credit risk role within a bank or regulatory agency
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CRC, CFA)
  • Willingness and ability to travel to meet client needs
  • Experience with presenting and effectively communicating observations to senior stakeholders, committees and /or other team members
  • Exceptional verbal/written communication, leadership and analytical skills
  • Exemplary client service skills
  • Demonstrated expertise in multiple lending industries or deep specialization in one (including, but not limited to: asset based lending, agriculture, hospitality, healthcare, energy)

Preferred Skills & Experience

  • Experience in commercial real estate underwriting or regulatory credit review for community, regional, national, or foreign banking organizations
  • Familiarity with SBA lending, construction lending, agricultural lending, syndicated loans, shared national credits, or leveraged transactions
  • Comprehensive understanding of credit lifecycle processes: origination, servicing, and review
  • Proven ability to develop credit policies, risk rating methodologies, and perform stress testing
  • In-depth knowledge of federal and state banking regulations related to credit risk
  • Prior consulting experience or progressive leadership roles with supervisory responsibilities
  • Ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision and provide leadership to a team
  • Ability to exercise independence of judgement and autonomy
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintained profitability targets.

 

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. 

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at [email protected].

RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. For those living in California or applying to a position in California, please click here for additional information.

At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Compensation Range: $101,000 - $203,000

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field
  • Minimum 8 years of experience as a commercial credit analyst, credit officer, loan review officer, commercial portfolio manager, or related credit risk role within a bank or regulatory agency
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CRC, CFA)
  • Willingness and ability to travel to meet client needs
  • Experience presenting and effectively communicating observations to senior stakeholders, committees and/or other team members
  • Exceptional verbal/written communication, leadership and analytical skills
  • Exemplary client service skills
  • Demonstrated expertise in multiple lending industries or deep specialization in one (asset based lending, agriculture, hospitality, healthcare, energy, etc.)
  • Experience in commercial real estate underwriting or regulatory credit review for community, regional, national, or foreign banking organizations
  • Familiarity with SBA lending, construction lending, agricultural lending, syndicated loans, shared national credits, or leveraged transactions
  • Comprehensive understanding of credit lifecycle processes: origination, servicing, and review
  • Proven ability to develop credit policies, risk rating methodologies, and perform stress testing
  • In-depth knowledge of federal and state banking regulations related to credit risk
  • Prior consulting experience or progressive leadership roles with supervisory responsibilities
  • Ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision and provide leadership to a team
  • Ability to exercise independence of judgement and autonomy
  • Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain profitability targets

RSM US LLP Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RSM US LLP and has not been reviewed or approved by RSM US LLP.

  • Parental & Family Support Parental leave, caregiver leave, and family‑building assistance are standout strengths, including 12 weeks fully paid parental leave, six weeks paid family caregiver leave, up to $50,000 in fertility coverage, and up to $20,000 per child for adoption or surrogacy, plus backup care resources. These benefits create a family‑forward package that stands out within the firm’s total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time‑off options are broad, with self‑managed PTO for associates and above, at least 14 paid holidays, and firm‑wide wellbeing days alongside hybrid work flexibility. This breadth is consistently presented as a strong component of the overall offering.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical coverage includes multiple plan designs (two HDHPs and a PPO), telehealth access, and a mental‑health platform offering up to eight free 1:1 sessions per year. Health benefits are characterized as solid to strong for the industry.

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The Company
HQ: London
19,318 Employees
Year Founded: 1926

What We Do

RSM is the leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services to the middle market. With over 11,000 employees across the U.S. and Canada and a global presence in 120 countries, our purpose is to deliver the power of being understood to our clients, colleagues and communities. As first-choice advisors, we are focused on developing leading professionals and innovative services to meet our clients’ evolving needs in today’s ever-changing business environment. Through a supportive, caring culture, our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and share their unique perspectives. Our culture of diversity and inclusion enhances the insights we provide while transforming innovation, collaboration and business results through fostering an inclusive environment, working hard to engage a talented workforce and reflect our diverse community, and developing relationships that serve others in business and the broader community. Together, our people’s individual talents and diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and enhances the unique insights that we provide to our clients. Through a supportive, caring culture, our people are empowered to be their authentic selves and share their unique perspectives. Our culture of diversity and inclusion enhances the insights we provide while transforming innovation, collaboration and business results through fostering an inclusive environment, working hard to engage a talented workforce and reflect our diverse community, and developing relationships that serve others in business and the broader community. Together, our people’s individual talents and diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and enhances the unique insights that we provide to our clients. For more information, visit rsmus.com.

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