Data-Driven Credit Risk Portfolio Analyst

Barclays; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays in Edinburgh/Glasgow is seeking a Credit Risk Portfolio Analyst to monitor and manage risk across lending products, including loans and cards. You will run SAS scripts, produce management reports, and support decision making with data-driven insights.

The role offers exposure to governance activities and a path into broader portfolio risk management. A STEM-focused degree and strong analytical skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification with a strong analytical focus.
• Experience interrogating large data sets and identifying trends.
• Experience as an analyst and proactive self starter.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage credit risk across lending portfolios.
• Run SAS scripts and produce regular reporting for senior management.
• Support decision making through accurate data analysis.
• Develop and use risk forecasting tools and models.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage risk appetite and governance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data interrogation

Proactive self-starter

Problem solving

Programming/analytical languages

Education

STEM degree

Tools

SAS

SQL

Excel advanced

Job description

Barclays in Edinburgh/Glasgow is seeking a Credit Risk Portfolio Analyst to monitor and manage risk across lending products, including loans and cards. You will run SAS scripts, produce management reports, and support decision making with data-driven insights.

The role offers exposure to governance activities and a path into broader portfolio risk management. A STEM-focused degree and strong analytical skills are essential for success in this role.