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Credit Risk AnalystNetwork Finance. • Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng, South Africa
Credit Risk Analyst

Credit Risk Analyst

Network Finance. • Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Reference : NFP016018-LLR-1

Credit Risk Senior Consultant / Assistant Manager

Are you a driven and analytical professional with a passion for credit risk and financial modelling Join a leading financial advisory team that partners with top-tier institutions across Africa and beyond. This is your chance to work on some of the most advanced and impactful credit risk projects in the industry.

About the Role

This is a dynamic opportunity for a Senior Consultant or Assistant Manager to play a pivotal role within a specialist Credit Risk team. You will collaborate with experienced actuaries quantitative analysts statisticians and risk experts to deliver cutting-edge solutions to banks corporates and institutions across diverse sectors.

Duties & Responsibilities

What Youll Be Doing

  • Develop and calibrate credit risk models including PD LGD and EAD
  • Validate and monitor IFRS 9 impairment and regulatory models
  • Deliver portfolio credit analytics benchmarking and peer analysis
  • Create scorecards behavioural pricing frameworks and risk strategy models
  • Contribute to audit support regulatory compliance and advisory engagements
  • Present findings and solutions to clients in well-structured reports
  • Mentor junior analysts and contribute to a high-performing team culture

What You Need

  • Undergraduate degree in Statistics Mathematics Financial Engineering Actuarial Science Economics Engineering or a related field
  • 35 years of relevant experience in credit risk modelling or financial services consulting
  • Strong understanding of the credit lifecycle model development processes and IFRS 9 and Basel regulations
  • Coding proficiency in SAS R or Python (SAS Enterprise Guide an advantage)
  • Proficient in MS Excel Word and PowerPoint
  • Strong attention to detail problem-solving mindset and business acumen
  • Youll Thrive If You Have :

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to work with cross-functional teams and build client relationships
  • Experience mentoring or guiding junior team members
  • Comfort working in a hybrid model balancing autonomy with collaboration
  • A passion for quality innovation and continuous learning
  • Why Join Us

  • Be part of a team delivering real impact in financial services and treasury operations
  • Work on challenging high-profile projects across Africa and global markets
  • Enjoy a hybrid working environment with a strong focus on flexibility and team culture
  • Access career-defining learning development and leadership pathways
  • Be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values transformation and progress
  • Please send CV to

    Should you not hear from us within two weeks please consider your application unsuccessful

    Package & Remuneration

    Market related

    Required Experience :

    IC

    Key Skills

    ISO 27001,Microsoft Access,Risk Management,Financial Services,PCI,Risk Analysis,Analysis Skills,COBIT,NIST Standards,SOX,Information Security,Data Analysis Skills

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

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