Remote Credit Risk Analyst: Data & Portfolio Insights

CapitalH; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A developmental credit provider is seeking a highly analytical Credit Analyst to focus on analyzing large datasets, portfolio trends, and credit risk models. This remote-based role requires at least 5 years of experience in credit risk or financial analysis and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The successful candidate will generate insights to guide strategic decisions and contribute to risk monitoring across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• At least 5 years of experience in credit risk or financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyse large credit datasets to identify portfolio trends.
• Develop and refine credit risk models and testing frameworks.
• Produce reports on portfolio performance and risk exposure.
• Collaborate with teams to improve data quality.

Skills

Data analysis tools (SQL, Python, R, advanced Excel)

Communication skills

Analytical and quantitative skills

Risk awareness and commercial insight

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Statistics, Data Science or related field

Tools

Business Intelligence tools (Power BI)

Job description

A developmental credit provider is seeking a highly analytical Credit Analyst to focus on analyzing large datasets, portfolio trends, and credit risk models. This remote-based role requires at least 5 years of experience in credit risk or financial analysis and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The successful candidate will generate insights to guide strategic decisions and contribute to risk monitoring across the portfolio.