Credit Risk Analyst
About Our Client
Our client successful brokerage in the Financial Services industry, based in London seeking to hire a Credit Risk Analyst.
Job Description
The Credit Risk Analyst will support the Head of Risk in the compliance with the credit risk policies and procedures and promote a sound environment for granting, measuring, monitoring and controlling credit risk is in place. ·
Perform credit assessment, review and rating of potential and current clients/counterparties including corporates, and financial institutions.
Present credit risk assessments and recommendations to the Credit Committee for approval.
Monitor client exposure against various limits and recommend risk mitigation action against any breaches as per credit policy and procedure.
Specific overview of the margin call of clients and the reporting/escalation of any breaches of internal controls. ·
Maintain and update credit record/documentation of clients, including financials, approved limits, review decisions etc. ·
Maintain a portfolio of clients for the regular review of financial and non financial information that may impact on credit lines provided, making recommendations to the Head of Credit as appropriate. ·
Maintain an understanding of all pertinent regulations as well as best practices pertaining to the overall credit operation. ·
Continued awareness of market methodological developments with regard to portfolio credit risk measurement
The Successful Applicant
A successful Credit Risk Analyst should have:
A degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.
Essential is a minimum 2-3 years experience in commodities credit risk management (preferably LME, CME and/or ICE)
Understanding inherent risk in granting credit lines for IM and VM requirements for clients
Strong report writing skills and ability to consolidate large amounts of qualitative and quantitative data
Handling trading documentation from risk perspective, typically ISDA/CSA, Terms of Business, Loan Agreement,Guarantee (an advantage)
Proficiency in risk analysis and risk management principles.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and report writing skills.
Proficiency in data analysis software and tools.
Sound knowledge of regulatory standards in the Financial Services industry.
What's on Offer- A competitive salary in the range of £75,000-£80,000
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work in a supportive and professional environment.
Please note this role does not offer hybrid working,