Senior Country Risk Analyst

BACB; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank seeks a Senior Associate for its Risk department in London. The role focuses on macroeconomic research and country risk analysis, requiring strong analytical skills and relevant experience in financial institutions, particularly in frontier markets. Candidates with a background in International Economics or similar are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years relevant experience in a similar role.
• Strong academic credentials required.
• Language skills in French and/or Arabic advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct macroeconomic and country risk research.
• Monitor key risk indicators and market developments.
• Manage relationships with internal departments and stakeholders.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical abilities

Communication

Education

Degree in International Economics or International Relations

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

About Us

BACB is a UK bank that offers trade finance and complementary products to clients in specialist markets, especially Africa and the Middle East.

We have been helping businesses with trade finance and complementary products for over half a century, focusing on trade flows to and from Africa and the Middle East as well as real estate in the UK.

Our in-depth knowledge of the countries and practices where our clients operate ensures that we put them first.

Additional Info

• Hybrid Working: 3 days onsite, 2 from home
• Location: City of London
• Contract Type: Permanent

Job Summary

• Responsible for research into and tracking of macroeconomic conditions across existing and potential future markets

• Building knowledge and understanding of Country risk across existing and potential future markets

• Developing the approach to research and build country risk profiles

• Analysis of global, regional and domestic macroeconomic and political trends

• The role holder will also be expected to build strong working relationships with other departments across the bank.

• Focus on frontier markets in Africa and Emerging markets in Middle East

Key Work Outputs and Accountabilities

• Serve as the initial point for all the information we receive, tracking and filtering for final presentation and distribution

• Undertake country risk research and monitor key risk indicators and markets developments

• Work on country risk reviews, in line with BACB policy & procedures, under guidance from senior officers.

• Work closely with the front office and other credit managers to manage risks, complete proposals and assign internal country ratings.

• Support in preparation and review of MI (Management Information) packs and other presentation and reporting materials for senior management.

• Support internal processes requiring country risk SME inputs including stress testing, IFRS9, and others as required.

• Adopt ad hoc projects from time to time

• Support other functions within the team if necessary.

• Manages, maintains and develops relationships with internal departments, clients and counterparties, and other stakeholders such as regulators and auditors.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 4-5 years relevant experience in a similar role within a bank, other financial institutions or business intelligence providers, with experience covering frontier and emerging markets in Africa and Middle East.
• Strong academic credentials in the field of International Economics, International Relations or similar
• Strong research skills, ability to cover large chunks of information and synthesize key content points
• Analytical abilities & skills, experience in macroeconomic and political analysis
• Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships
• Computer skills: proficient user of Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Ability to read and organize large data sets (Excel) into concise presentation format with visual infographics (charts, graphs, etc.)
• Experience in using digital tools to present data visually, and strong interest to develop further visualisation skills and storytelling (Power BI).
• Attention to detail is important
• Ability to work independently as well as part of team in a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Have an interest in subject matter, drive for further learning and development as part of the role

Language skills in French and/or Arabic would be strong advantage

Department Risk Role Senior Associate Locations London Remote status Hybrid