Senior Credit Risk Analyst

Purpose of the role: To manage credit risk by way of identifying, quantifying, and reporting on various forms of credit risk (e.g. pricing, volatility, and interest rate risk) To conduct ongoing research and understanding of financial markets to understand trends and risks to ensure informed credit risk recommendations Prepare Credit reports, advising appropriate credit risk ratings, pricing, exposure and making investment recommendations with respect to the individual transactions Requirements: Post graduate degree in commerce, science, engineering or any related equivalent qualification CFA, FRM, CAIA, CA(SA) and/or equivalent advantageous 6 – 8 years investment risk management experience Sound understanding both in terms of depth and breadth of investment and credit risk management principles Credit risk experience in both unlisted and listed credit will be highly advantageous. Duties: To manage credit risk by way of identifying, quantifying, and reporting on various forms of credit risk (e.g. pricing, volatility, and interest rate risk). To provide subject matter expertise on the risks factors that affect one or more of the asset classes that are managed by the company. Advise investment teams on appropriate pricing terms, structuring, credit enhancement or risk mitigation strategies. To run with pilot/research projects related to improving ways of measuring, managing and/or minimizing investment risk while ensuring maximized return on all company portfolios. Prepare Credit reports, determine the credit risk rating of new counterparties, recommend appropriate debt pricing, and make investment recommendations with respect to the individual transactions to management and clients. Review existing investments credit ratings and conduct impairments calculations. To implement effective investment/credit risk management practices within the company. Lead, mentor and develop graduates and analysts. Competencies and skills: Strong Valuation techniques for various asset classes (listed, unlisted and property assets) Strong Credit risk evaluation skills for various asset classes (listed, unlisted and property assets) Strong restructuring skills Compliance management Sound understanding of Risk management principles, standards and practices Strong knowledge and understanding of financial and non-financial risks Financial/Investment risk management Programming skills Strong quantitative and analytical skills Strong research skills Strong financial modelling skills Strong presentation skills (written and verbal) Ability to work and collaborate with multiple teams in the Investment Process Ability to work independently to execute mandated tasks Ability to communicate to senior management Ability to work under pressure and to tight-deadlines Ability to travel (domestically and internationally) Working Knowledge of systems used in order to perform and apply analytical skills High degree of ethical conduct to ensure integrity of the investment portfolios and the company

Location: Pretoria, ZA

Posted Date: 6/3/2025