Lead Risk Manager & Portfolio Owner

FairMoney · Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria · Full Time

• Posted 23 October 2026
• Closes 22 November 2026
• Finance

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About the role

FairMoney is hiring a Lead Risk Manager & Portfolio Owner to oversee the commercial success and credit performance of its Nigerian Android digital lending product. This senior leadership position acts as the commercial owner of the portfolio, driving business planning, credit strategy, and risk-adjusted revenue. Essential qualifications include expertise in digital lending credit risk, portfolio economics, and advanced credit strategy experimentation.

Skills they are looking for

• Credit Risk Management
• Portfolio Management
• Credit Strategy
• Financial Modeling
• A/B Testing
• Fintech
• Unit Economics
• Risk Analytics

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