Junior Credit Analyst: Launch Your Credit Analytics Career

Kontak Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist finance provider in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Credit Analyst to manage application screenings and risk checks, providing hands-on coaching. The role requires a relevant degree and strong analytical skills, with a focus on accuracy and stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate eager to build a career. This position offers a salary range of R30,000 to R35,000 per month and is office-based in Rosebank.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate who wants to build a long-term career.
• Comfortable working with CRM or similar systems for capturing applications.

Responsibilities

• Capture, verify, and quality-check all incoming credit applications.
• Assess documentation for completeness and consistency.
• Analyse financial statements to identify affordability and risk indicators.
• Conduct thorough credit bureau checks.
• Communicate confidently with sales teams and clients.
• Track applications through the full process to meet SLA targets.

Skills

Ability to work accurately under pressure

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Confident interpersonal skills

High attention to detail with an analytical mindset

Vibrant, enthusiastic personality

Education

Completed and relevant BCom or BSc degree

Tools

CRM or similar systems

Job description

A specialist finance provider in Johannesburg is seeking a Junior Credit Analyst to manage application screenings and risk checks, providing hands-on coaching. The role requires a relevant degree and strong analytical skills, with a focus on accuracy and stakeholder communication. The ideal candidate is a recent graduate eager to build a career. This position offers a salary range of R30,000 to R35,000 per month and is office-based in Rosebank.