Credit Risk Analyst

Altis Recruitment; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Credit Risk Associate for a 12-month contract in Toronto. The ideal candidate will have 2–3 years of experience in credit risk, with skills in data analysis and proficiency in tools like Excel and SQL. This role offers the chance to enhance risk management expertise while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in credit risk or related field in financial services.
• Familiarity with Canadian financial regulations is a plus.
• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Analyze credit risk data and assess portfolio quality.
• Support stress testing and scenario analysis.
• Assist with regular credit risk reports and metrics tracking.

Skills

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication

Excel

SQL

Python

Power BI

Bloomberg

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related field

Master’s or certification like FRM/CFA

Job description

Credit Risk Associate (Contract)

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Job Type: 12-month contract, with a possibility for extension/conversion

Industry: Banking

We are partnering with a Schedule III Bank to hire a Credit Risk Associate to support their Risk Management team. This is a great opportunity for someone with 2–3 years of experience in credit risk who is looking to grow their expertise in portfolio oversight, risk reporting, and policy enhancement within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze credit risk data and assess portfolio quality, trends, and concentration risk.
• Support stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate how the credit portfolio would perform under different economic conditions.
• Assist with regular credit risk reports, track key metrics and indicators, and contribute to annual risk appetite reviews.
• Help improve risk policies and procedures to align with regulatory standards and industry best practices.
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal teams and regulatory bodies as needed.
• Stay current with market trends and evolving risks in the financial services sector.

What You Bring:

• A degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field (a master’s or certification like FRM/CFA is an asset).
• 2–3 years of experience in credit risk or a related field in financial services.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Strong skills in Excel and hands-on experience with tools such as SQL, Python, Power BI, or Bloomberg.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Familiarity with Canadian financial regulations is a plus.