Banking Job - Mandarin speaking Corporate Banking Credit Analyst - EMEA Loan Market - London - rj

First People Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in London is seeking a Mandarin speaking Corporate Banking Credit Analyst for a permanent office-based position. The successful candidate will conduct credit analyses, structure loans, and manage client relationships. Fluency in Mandarin and relevant banking experience are essential. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Credit Analyst within Corporate Banking.
• Strong understanding of Loan Market Association practices.
• Ability to conduct due diligence and credit analysis independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed credit analyses for loans.
• Collaborate to structure loan facilities.
• Assist in client relationship management.

Skills

Fluent Mandarin

Credit analysis experience

Loan structuring knowledge

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field

Professional qualifications (e.g., CFA, ACCA)

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

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Your New Job Title: Mandarin speaking Corporate Banking Credit Analyst - EMEA Loan Market

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The Skills You'll Need: Fluent Mandarin, with experience in Credit analysis, Loan structuring knowledge, Financial modelling

Your New Salary: Competitive

Job status: Permanent, Office based

Location: Central London

To be successful in this role our client has said it is essential that candidates:

• speak and write fluent Mandarin and English
• have Credit Analysis experience in Corporate Banking
• are happy to work 5 days in the office

If that means this job isn’t a match for you please view our other vacancies for one that may be a better fit.

What You\'ll be Doing:

Credit Analysis & Application Drafting:

• Prepare detailed credit analysis for both syndicated and bilateral loans, assessing the financial health and risk profile of corporate borrowers.
• Draft high-quality credit applications for loan approvals, including cash flow analysis, debt capacity, covenant compliance, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that all credit documentation aligns with the bank’s risk appetite and regulatory requirements.

Syndicated & Bilateral Loan Structuring:

• Collaborate closely with the origination team, credit risk department, and legal teams to structure syndicated and bilateral loan facilities.
• Develop financial models and stress testing to support credit decisions.
• Assist in negotiating loan terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with LMA standards and market practices.

Client Relationship Management:

• Assist the department head to manage and grow relationships with corporate clients, understanding their financial needs and identifying banking solutions.
• Actively prepare and participate in client meetings to discuss lending opportunities, financial strategies, and tailored banking products.

The Skills You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Experience as a Credit Analyst within Corporate Banking/Leveraged Finance/ Risk Management Team, with certain exposure to the loan market.
• Strong understanding of Loan Market Association (LMA) practices and documentation.
• Ability to conduct due diligence and credit analysis/application independently
• Advanced credit analysis skills, including financial statement analysis, cash flow forecasting, and financial modeling.
• Familiarity with structuring and negotiating loan documentation in alignment with LMA standards.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments, including legal, risk, and origination teams.
• Mandarin Speakers are preferable
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional qualifications (e.g., CFA, ACCA) are an advantage.

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