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Credit Risk Analyst

City of London Permanent £70,000 - £80,000 per year View Job Description
Manage credit risk for a portfolio of fund clients while supporting trading across FX, swaps, repo, and equity derivatives. It requires close collaboration with front‑office teams, strong data analysis skills, and the ability to streamline onboarding and monitoring processes to enhance risk management and time‑to‑trade efficiency.
  • Central London based globally leading investment bank.
  • Grow in an environment offering clear progression in capital markets.

About Our Client

Central London based global investment bank known for stability, innovation, and a culture that empowers people to deliver high‑impact work for a leading institution.

Job Description

  • Evaluate and analyse credit risk across various portfolios within the banking and financial services department.
  • Develop and maintain credit risk models.
  • Monitor and report on credit risk exposures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Provide insights and recommendations to senior management regarding credit risk policies.
  • Perform end‑to‑end credit analysis on institutional fund clients, including financial assessment, exposure measurement, and the assignment of credit limits.
  • Ensure all credit approvals align with internal risk appetite, regulatory standards, and market best practice.
  • Lead the full onboarding process for clients trading products such as FX, Bilateral and Cleared Swaps, Repo, and Equity Derivatives.
  • Coordinate with legal, compliance, operations, and onboarding teams to ensure seamless and timely activation for trading.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Credit Risk Analyst should have:

  • A strong academic background in finance, economics, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in credit risk or counterparty credit within capital markets.
  • Understand the risk dynamics of hedge funds, private equity, and asset management clients.
  • Are comfortable working closely with front‑office teams in a fast‑paced and commercially driven environment.
  • Can manage multiple workstreams, communicate clearly, and operate with a high level of ownership.

What's on Offer

  • Salary ranging from £70,000 to £80,000 annually.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Work within a reputable financial services organisation based in central London.
  • Engage in challenging and rewarding projects within the banking and financial services department.



If you are a dedicated professional ready to take on this exciting Credit Risk Analyst role, we encourage you to apply today.

Contact
Nic Thompson
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6949341
Phone number
+442072692136

Job summary

Job function
Banking & Financial Services
Subsector
Credit Analysis & Research
Sector
Financial Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Nic Thompson
Consultant phone
+442072692136
Job reference
JN-022026-6949341