Credit Risk Analyst at Network Recruitment

• A leading consulting firm is looking for a Credit Risk Quant Analyst at the manager level, based in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate should possess strong academic credentials, advanced quantitative expertise, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and review of credit risk models for impairment (IAS 39, IFRS 9) and capital modelling.
• Contribute to strategic credit risk projects that enhance clients' risk management capabilities.
• Potential involvement in capital and balance sheet management projects (ICAAP, Risk Appetite, Economic Capital).
• Collaborate with a diverse client base across the financial services sector, including banks, development finance institutions, micro-lenders, and retailers.
• Opportunities for travel within Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Honours or Master’s degree in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, etc.).
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a quantitative credit risk role.
• Proficiency in SAS systems.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex quantitative concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior management and clients.