Credit Analyst

nedbank; George; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in George seeks a Credit Analyst to manage risk-adjusted pricing and assess client creditworthiness. The ideal candidate will have a background in financial management and at least three years of business banking experience. The role emphasizes strong client relationships and compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Min 3 Years' Credit Analysis experience in assessing creditworthiness.
• Min 3 Years' Business Banking experience in evaluating financial statements.
• Strong knowledge of banking procedures and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain risk adjusted pricing related to Basel requirements.
• Align with the bank’s credit policy to boost cross-sell opportunities.
• Enhance client satisfaction through effective relationship management.

Skills

Credit Analysis

Risk Assessment

Client Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Education

NQF Level 6 or Higher in Financial Management, Accounting or Analysis-related field

Tools

Management Information Systems (MIS)

Job description

Requisition and Specialist Recruiter Details

Closing Date - 12 August 2025

Location and Cluster

Total Business Banking and Retail - Commercial Underwriting

George, Western Cape

Credit Management

Manage Self: Professional

Credit Analyst

Job Purpose

To manage and maintain risk adjusted pricing and risk ratings in terms of Basel requirements as well as enable value based management and continued implementation of the Internal Ratings Based Approach within investment banking.

Job Responsibilities

Credit Policy Management:

• Align with the bank’s credit policy and identify cross-sell opportunities.
• Prepare and recommend credit applications within set parameters.
• Assess credit risk by examining savings, debt repayment history, earnings, and purchase activities.
• Recommend credit terms, such as issuing or rejecting credit cards, or adjusting limits.
• Review financial status of customers to determine risk levels.
• Use financial ratios and industry benchmarks to evaluate cash flow and loan repayment ability.
• Recommend credit limits based on lending policies.
• Monitor reports to identify risks and ensure compliance.
• Measure compliance, identify risks, and make recommendations.
• Obtain latest financial information, measure compliance, and report breaches.
• Verify information to sign off conditions of approval within required timeframes.
• Ensure security by gathering required information.
• Meet Nedbank Group Rating requirements by reviewing accounts and identifying risks.
• Identify clients exceeding credit limits through daily excess reports.
• Risk-rate clients and assess financial positions using risk systems.

Client Service Management:

• Meet service level agreements by understanding client needs, providing guidance, and responding promptly.
• Enhance client satisfaction by sharing knowledge and developing the skills of the client service team and stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders by attending meetings and supporting their strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external clients by understanding their business and industry.
• Involve other bank divisions by seeking their input on deals requiring their expertise.
• Provide accurate information to stakeholders by maintaining and sharing knowledge with the team.

Performance and Compliance:

• Achieve targets by using management information systems to measure performance.
• Understand client needs and provide timely guidance and recommendations to meet service level agreement standards.
• Share knowledge with client service team members and stakeholders.
• Develop team skills to enhance external client satisfaction.
• Use the Management Information System (MIS) to identify required annual and interim facility reviews.
• Meet turnaround times by assessing applications efficiently within the agreed Service Level Agreement (SLA).

Personal and Team Development:

• Stay updated on legislation and industry changes through newsletters, websites, and sessions.
• Embrace Nedbank’s vision and demonstrate its values in interactions with the team and stakeholders.
• Improve personal capability by identifying training courses and career progression opportunities through manager feedback.
• Ensure personal growth and effectiveness by completing learning activities, practicing experience, and maintaining certifications within specified timeframes.
• Foster teamwork by understanding team members’ roles and responsibilities.
• Ensure smooth workflow through regular communication and feedback with the manager.

Process Improvement and Corporate Responsibility:

• Identify and recommend opportunities to enhance processes, systems, and policies, and support new implementations.
• Contribute to a culture that achieves transformation goals by participating in Nedbank culture-building initiatives.
• Support corporate social responsibility initiatives to achieve key business strategies

Requirements

• Min 3 Years' Credit Analysis experience in assessingcreditworthiness of current and prospective clients.
• Min 3 Years' Business Banking experiencein evaluating current and prospective clients financial Statements and credit reports to determine their ability to honor debt obligations.
• NQF Level 6 or Higher in a Financial Management, Accounting or Analysis-related field

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Administrative procedures and systems
• Banking procedures
• Data analysis
• Governance, Risk and Controls
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Business writing skills
• Industry specific knowledge
• Knowledge of financial markets
• Nedbank vision and strategy
• Relevant Nedbank Human Resources policies and practices
• Communication
• Decision Making
• Stress Tolerance
• Driving for results
• Managing Work

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