VP/Senior Associate - Project Finance Credit Analyst

Michael Page; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a VP/Senior Associate - Project Finance Credit Analyst to join their growing team in London. This role involves conducting independent credit reviews, analyzing financial statements, and collaborating with various stakeholders to shape effective financing structures. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in credit risk, particularly within infrastructure and renewable energy sectors, and possess strong analytical and communication skills. Join a friendly culture that offers excellent progression opportunities and be part of a team that values quality and collaboration in achieving commercial objectives.

Benefits

Friendly culture

Excellent progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in credit risk within infrastructure and project finance.
• Strong communication and influencing skills to justify credit opinions.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent credit reviews and present recommendations.
• Monitor existing credit exposures and identify emerging risks.

Skills

Credit Analysis

Financial Statement Analysis

Risk Management

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

VP/Senior Associate - Project Finance Credit Analyst

VP/Senior Associate – Project Finance Credit Analyst

Credit Analysis & Financial Statement analysis of new Project Finance, Infrastructure and Renewable Energy deals, alongside ongoing monitoring of existing portfolio of deals.

City of London based Corporate Bank

Description

Perform independent credit reviews and present recommendations to decision-makers. This includes analyzing financial statements, reviewing technical and market reports, and identifying core risks and opportunities. Assessments may involve new clients, increased facilities, amendments to existing deals, restructurings, and annual reviews.

Collaborate with deal originators, relationship teams, product specialists, and clients to shape financing structures that meet both commercial and risk management objectives.

Monitor existing credit exposures, proactively identifying any emerging risks, and ensure that all internal stakeholders and regulatory obligations are kept informed and satisfied.

Carry out in-depth research on clients, industries, and markets to provide context-rich assessments. Apply sound judgement to ensure all relevant factors are considered, including stress testing of financial forecasts and models.

Profile

Proven experience in credit risk within infrastructure and project finance, including the renewable energy sector, with solid technical knowledge. Familiarity with the UK and US markets is advantageous.

Strong communication and influencing skills with the confidence to challenge constructively and clearly justify your credit opinions.

Capable of managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines without compromising quality.

Excellent judgment, analytical thinking, decision-making ability, keen attention to detail, and a collaborative approach – combined with genuine enthusiasm for the sectors we support.

Job Offer

Established team/franchise that is continuing to grow.
Friendly culture and excellent progression opportunities.