Business Analyst for Credit Risk Stress Testing

QUANTEAM (Groupe RAINBOW PARTNERS); Lisboa; On-site; EUR 24,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowance

Health insurance

Extra holiday: Christmas Eve or New 年̦

Quanteam Academy access

Elevate Program for career development

Career progression plan

Ongoing support by Consultant Expert

Job summary

Quanteam, founding entity of Rainbow Partners, invites a Technical Business Analyst to join an international team focused on credit risk stress testing. You will blend business analysis with strong technical skills to support calculation engines, data quality, and regulatory reporting.

The role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders, delivery within regulatory deadlines, and hands-on work with SQL, Python, and PySpark.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, IT, CS or related field.
• Experience as a Business Analyst or Functional Expert in Credit Risk and IFRS9.
• Strong SQL and Python skills with problem-solving ability.
• Knowledge of PySpark is highly valued.
• Experience with Dataiku and Agile methods a plus.
• Banking sector experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business needs and translate into functional specs for credit risk stress testing.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and developers to deliver system enhancements on time.
• Use SQL and Python to analyze data and validate results.
• Define and execute functional tests for engines and user interfaces.
• Produce stress test results and support end users.
• Support credit risk parameters, IFRS9 provisions, capital, and RWA calculations.
• Identify data quality, reliability and scalability improvements.
• Maintain functional docs and contribute to Agile process improvements.

Skills

SQL

Python

Dataiku

PySpark

Agile methodologies

English (C1)

French (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Information Technology, Computer Science

Tools

Dataiku

PySpark

Job description

Who are we?

Quanteam, founding entity of RAINBOW PARTNERS, is a consulting firm specialized in Banking and Financial Services. With more than 1200 consultants across 10 countries, we combine business and IT expertise to support leading institutions in transformation projects.

Our core areas:

Quantitative Finance

Risk & Compliance

Operations & Finance

Transformation & Organization

Information Systems

We are looking for a Technical Business Analyst – Credit Risk Stress Testing

Join an international team developing and supporting credit risk stress testing solutions. You will combine business analysis with strong technical skills to support calculation engines, data quality and regulatory reporting.

MAIN TASKS

• Analyze business needs and translate them into clear functional specifications for credit risk stress testing solutions.
• Collaborate closely with business stakeholders and developers to deliver system enhancements within regulatory requirements and project deadlines.
• Use SQL and Python to analyze data, investigate discrepancies and validate calculation results.
• Define and execute functional tests for calculation engines and user interfaces.
• Participate in the production of official stress test results and provide functional support to end users.
• Support solutions covering credit risk parameters, IFRS9 provisions, capital requirements and risk-weighted assets.
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality, system reliability, maintainability and scalability.
• Maintain functional documentation and contribute to continuous improvement in an Agile environment.

YOUR PROFILE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Information Technology, Computer Science or another relevant field.
• Relevant experience as a Business Analyst or Functional Expert in Credit Risk, IFRS9, Basel regulations or Stress Testing.
• Strong proficiency in SQL and Python, with the ability to contribute immediately to technical analysis and problem-solving.
• Knowledge of PySpark is highly valued.
• Familiarity with Dataiku and Agile methodologies is a plus.
• Previous banking experience is an advantage.
• Strong interest in further developing expertise in credit risk and stress testing.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and a rigorous approach to data validation.
• Ability to explain complex information clearly to both business and technical stakeholders.
• Strong teamwork, planning and organizational skills, with a proactive and results-oriented attitude.
• Proficiency in English at C1 level is mandatory; French is a plus.
• Availability for a position based in Lisbon.

WHAT WE OFFER

• This role offers a gross annual salary between €24,000 and €38,500, defined according to the candidate’s experience and competencies.
• Permanent contract (CTI).
• Meal allowance.
• Health insurance.
• Extra holiday: Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve.
• Access to Quanteam Academy for continuous learning and certifications.
• Elevate Program to support professional development and career growth.
• Career progression plan.
• Ongoing follow-up and technical support provided by a Consultant Expert.