Job description
J2752 - Our client is seeking a Credit Analyst to prepare and evaluate risk through completion of credit applications for new and existing customers for UK and Ireland.
Salary: To £50,000 plus excellent benefits and bonus. Location: UK, Surrey / SE Eng.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Analyse and underwrite transactions under own authority for all types of assets. 
- Analysis of customer creditworthiness (via financial data, credit and sector reports etc. including customer visits). 
- Risk evaluation of the deal structure (including collaterals, asset values, evaluation of exposure, etc.). 
- Preparation of credit applications for deals above own authority. 
- Prequalification of deals with Sales. 
- Full compliance with all Risk Policies. 
- Adherence to decision making according to the authority matrix . 
- Compliance with rating systems. 
- Risk Reporting. 
- Organize and maintain credit files. 
- Novation and reschedule decisions. 
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
- Relevant experience in credit risk / lending division of leasing company or financial institution (2-5 years for junior roles and 5+ for more senior roles). 
- Experience of personal underwriting authority for new business. 
- Detailed understanding of financial statements and ability to interpret them. 
- Ability to work with all levels inside the business. 
- Strong MS Office skills, ability to work remotely. 
- Car driver essential. 
We strongly favour applicants with proven relevant experience in Financial Services; particularly in Asset Finance and Leasing.
Applicants will only be considered with relevant in-country experience.
