Credit Risk Associate

JPMorganChase; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Bengaluru seeks a Credit Risk Associate to independently manage a client portfolio, perform comprehensive credit analyses, and support credit term negotiations and documentation. You will partner with North America teams on onboarding and deal structuring while maintaining governance and data quality for a diversified client base.

Candidates should have 3+ years in corporate credit risk analysis, a postgraduate degree, and strong communication skills to engage global

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in corporate credit risk analysis
• Post graduate degree
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills and ability to present analysis to global stakeholders
• In-depth understanding of financial statements and ratio/cash flow analysis
• Excellent academic record with solid corporate finance knowledge

Responsibilities

• Independently manage own client portfolio and prepare credit analysis covering macro-overview, industry, business and financials
• Negotiate credit terms with senior officers and finalize documentation
• Support due diligence on capital market transactions for clients
• Collaborate with North America approvers on onboarding new clients and facilities
• Build relationships with colleagues across lines of business and mentor junior team members
• Develop knowledge on sectors and economies, ensure governance and data quality

Skills

Credit risk analysis

Client management

Financial statement analysis

MS Word Excel PowerPoint

Education

Postgraduate degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team in a fast paced and challenging area? This is a unique opportunity for you to work in our team to partner with the Business to provide a comprehensive view. As a Credit Risk Associate within the Credit Risk team, you will independently manage your own client portfolio and perform comprehensive credit analysis. You will help the firm manage the risk in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks and using your expert judgement to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers, and communities. You will be conducting credit analysis of Corporate clients including portfolio management in the Middle Markets team in Commercial Banking division. We are in Bangalore and work with North America based Clients. Our work culture is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo, and striving to be best-in-class.

Job responsibilities

• Independently manage own client portfolio - prepare credit analysis on assigned clients - covering macro-overview, industry/sector, business, financials, projections modelling and recommend changes to credit ratings and amendments to facilities. Actively work on portfolio management activities such as periodic financial performance diligence, etc.
• Assist in negotiating of the credit terms along with senior credit officers and take lead in finalizing documentation (credit agreements and amendments)
• Support due diligence on capital market transactions for clients.
• Work closely with Approvers/ Senior Credit Officers in North America on new to bank client activities such as evaluating prospects, onboarding new clients and new facilities, actively provide recommendations on deal structuring.
• Build strong relationships and maintain open communication with colleagues from various Lines of Business including Credit Officers, Bankers, Middle Office, etc.
• Engage junior team members in deals for support and review their work.
• Develop strong working knowledge and track clients/sectors related to diversified industries on an on-going basis.
• Ensure governance, reporting and data quality requirements are met and maintained for client and client families.
• Actively support ED/VPs in driving projects at LoB level – trainings, internship, recruitment, etc.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• 3+ years of experience in corporate credit risk analysis with at least 2 years of experience in managing clients.
• Post graduate degree
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong communication & interpersonal skills; ability to effectively present analysis and build positive relationships with global stakeholders
• In depth understanding of financial statements, including ratio analysis, cash flow analysis and accounting standards
• Excellent academic record, strong grasp of corporate finance concepts and application, close attention to detail and accuracy
• Aptitude to learn and develop knowledge on credit analysis techniques, sectors and global economies
• Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

About Us

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About The Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.