Credit Analyst

Credit Analyst

London

Permanent

50k-55k

cer Financial are working alongside an international bank, who are based in London. They are seeking a Credit Analyst to work with them on a permanent basis. Credit analysis of a high standard of various proposals submitted to the department (across segments- Corporate, Commercial Real Estate and Financial Institutions)

Responsibilities:

· Analyse and vet credit applications, including detailed financial analysis and recommendations.

· Manage Financial Institution (FI) credit limits, reviews, research and bank ratings.

· Manage Global Country Limits, reviews, monitoring and country ratings.

· Prepare and analyse portfolio MIS/credit reports and investigate variances.

· Analyse watchlist accounts, ensuring approvals and account strategies are in place.

· Provide other credit reports and departmental support as required.

The candidate:

· Financial degree or related discipline.

· 5+ years’ relevant experience in a financial institution.

· Strong credit and financial analysis skills.

· Excellent Excel, plus strong Word, PowerPoint and Outlook skills; financial modelling is desirable.

· Good knowledge of banking/securities products and cross-border risk.

· Awareness of financial markets, industries and macroeconomic/political developments.