Senior Credit Risk

Michael Page International (Switzerland) SA; Genf; Vor Ort; CHF 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Michael Page International (Switzerland) SA in Geneva is seeking an experienced Senior Credit Analyst to support its Metals trading business. You will conduct detailed credit analyses, monitor global risk events, and advise on counterparties and transactions to protect profitability.

The role requires a minimum of 7 years in credit risk, strong financial analysis skills, and fluent English, with Spanish as an advantageous asset in a fast-paced, international trading setting.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Credit Risk or Credit Analysis.
• Strong experience in the metals trading sector.
• Excellent financial analysis and credit assessment capabilities.
• Fluent English; Spanish language skills would be advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Conduct detailed credit analyses and provide recommendations on counterparties and transactions.
• Monitor global credit events, industry developments, and market trends impacting the Metals business.
• Perform periodic credit reviews and assign internal credit ratings and limits.
• Monitor portfolio exposures and oversee daily credit risk reporting activities.
• Ensure effective limit monitoring, breach escalation, margining, and risk mitigation processes.
• Manage and maintain credit insurance policies.
• Participate in strategic projects and initiatives within the Credit Risk function.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with counterparties, banks, and financial institutions.
• Partner closely with traders and provide ongoing credit support for commercial activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date credit records and documentation.
• Support transaction execution through the negotiation and review of credit-related contractual clauses.

Kenntnisse

Credit risk analysis

Stakeholder management

Financial statement analysis

Autonomy

English fluency

Spanish helpful

Ausbildung

Bachelor's/Master's in Finance

Jobbeschreibung

• Strategic business exposure
• International and high-impact environment

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international commodity trading company with a strong presence across global markets. Operating through an extensive network of offices worldwide, the organization is recognized for its entrepreneurial culture, robust risk management framework, and commitment to supporting the evolving global commodities landscape. As part of the continued growth of its Metals business, our client is seeking an experienced Senior Credit Analyst to join its Geneva-based team

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct detailed credit analyses and provide recommendations on counterparties and transactions.
• Monitor global credit events, industry developments, and market trends impacting the Metals business.
• Perform periodic credit reviews and assign internal credit ratings and limits.
• Monitor portfolio exposures and oversee daily credit risk reporting activities.
• Ensure effective limit monitoring, breach escalation, margining, and risk mitigation processes.
• Manage and maintain credit insurance policies.
• Participate in strategic projects and initiatives within the Credit Risk function.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with counterparties, banks, and financial institutions.
• Partner closely with traders and provide ongoing credit support for commercial activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date credit records and documentation.
• Support transaction execution through the negotiation and review of credit-related contractual clauses.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Credit Risk, Credit Analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong experience within the metals trading sector is essential.
• Excellent financial analysis and credit assessment capabilities.
• Sound understanding of credit risk management principles, banking practices, and control frameworks.
• Ability to analyse complex financial statements and corporate structures.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced and dynamic trading environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.
• Fluent English is required.
• Spanish language skills would be considered a strong advantage.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a globally recognized commodity trading organization.
• Exposure to complex and high-profile international trading activities.
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.
• Direct interaction with senior stakeholders and Front Office teams.
• Competitive compensation package and long-term career development opportunities.