Lead Credit Analyst - Structured Finance & Alternatives

LegalAndGeneral; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group in Greater London is seeking a Credit Analyst to join their Credit Ratings Team. The role involves leading credit rating analysis, collaborating with origination teams, and presenting rating recommendations. Ideal candidates will have experience in credit analysis within structured finance and be proficient in Excel, with strong analytical and communication skills. The company offers an inclusive culture and various flexible working options.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus plan

Generous pension contribution

Life assurance

Healthcare Plan

Competitive family leave

Electric car scheme

Employee discounts

Well-designed office space

Qualifications

• Experience in financial or credit analysis within structured finance or fund finance.
• Familiarity with CLOs, equity release mortgages, NAV loans or asset-backed finance.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret macro and micro trends.

Responsibilities

• Leading credit rating analysis for new structured finance and alternative transactions.
• Collaborating with origination teams to gather and assess transaction data.
• Presenting rating recommendations to Credit Committees.

Skills

Financial or credit analysis

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Python

SQL

Job description

A leading financial services group in Greater London is seeking a Credit Analyst to join their Credit Ratings Team. The role involves leading credit rating analysis, collaborating with origination teams, and presenting rating recommendations. Ideal candidates will have experience in credit analysis within structured finance and be proficient in Excel, with strong analytical and communication skills. The company offers an inclusive culture and various flexible working options.