Manager, Risk Consulting - Credit Review

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 6 years of experience as a commercial credit analysis, credit officer, loan review officer, portfolio management, a related credit risk role within a bank or regulatory agency, or relevant experience within consulting
• 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 p