Credit Risk Analyst, Counterparty Credit Risk Analyst

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the energy sector is seeking a skilled credit risk analyst to join their growing team. This role offers the opportunity to engage with diverse stakeholders while assessing credit risks and providing valuable insights for decision-making. The company is committed to a low carbon focus and offers excellent progression opportunities within a supportive environment. If you have a strong background in credit risk evaluation and are looking to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking organization, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in credit risk and financial analysis.
• Strong commercial insight in contractual matters related to credit risk.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and review credit risk evaluations for contract approvals.
• Prepare and present credit risk reports for decision-making.

Skills

Credit Risk Evaluation

Financial Analysis

Financial Modelling

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Degree in Business

Master's or MBA

CFA Certification

Job description

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Client:

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Location:

West End, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

• Leading global energy company with a low carbon focus.
• Growing team with excellent progression opportunities.

About Our Client

West End based global energy company focusing on clean energy.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct and review credit risk evaluations for contract approvals and ongoing monitoring, using qualitative and quantitative analysis examining country, industry, company, and management risk of counterparties.
• Ensure contractors undergo timely and periodic credit reviews to maintain oversight.
• Assess rating trends of approved and active contractors to identify potential risks.
• Prepare and present credit risk reports and presentations for discussion and decision-making in relevant forums.

The Successful Applicant

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Extensive experience in credit risk, including methodologies, management techniques, and financial analysis, with experience reviewing financial statements.
• Strong commercial insight, capable of interpreting complex contractual and commercial matters and relating them to credit risk, preferably within construction or supply chain environments.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, scenario planning, stress testing, and forecasting is desirable.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, able to engage diverse audiences, including non-financial stakeholders and senior executives.

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in business, finance, mathematics, or related fields.
• Advanced qualifications such as Bachelor's, Master's, MBA, CFA, or relevant certifications are highly desirable.
• 2-5 years of experience in corporate credit risk assessment.
• Prior exposure to credit risk mitigation strategies is highly preferred.

What's on Offer

Leading global energy company with a low carbon focus. Growing team with excellent progression opportunities.