Counterparty FI Credit Risk Analyst — Hybrid

Natixis in Portugal; Porto; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Green Transportation Budget

Electric bikes

Flexible Hybrid Work Policy

Honolulu Wellness Club

Prayer Room

Lactation Room

themed Villages

Job summary

Natixis in Portugal seeks a Counterparty Credit Risk Analyst to join the Financial Institutions Credit Risk team. You will assess counterparties across banks, insurers, and dealers for EMEA, form internal ratings, and prepare formal risk opinions for Credit Committee.

The role requires strong due diligence, advanced Excel skills, and clear communication with senior stakeholders, in a collaborative, highly analytical environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or similar business discipline.
• 3 to 5 years of direct experience in Counterparty Credit Risk or FI credit analysis.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is mandatory.
• French language is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive written risk opinions and analysis with defensible rationale.
• Recommend credit terms within Trading Documentation (ISDA/CSA, GMRA, GMSLA).
• Monitor industry trends and macro issues impacting the portfolio and clients.
• Understand the regulatory environment governing counterparties.

Skills

Due diligence

Credit risk analysis

Excel

MS Office

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Natixis in Portugal seeks a Counterparty Credit Risk Analyst to join the Financial Institutions Credit Risk team. You will assess counterparties across banks, insurers, and dealers for EMEA, form internal ratings, and prepare formal risk opinions for Credit Committee.

The role requires strong due diligence, advanced Excel skills, and clear communication with senior stakeholders, in a collaborative, highly analytical environment.