Corporate Credit Analyst

Leading asset management and investment advisory firm require an Analyst or Senior Analyst to perform corporate credit analysis and loan management functions for a mandate with a major investment bank in London.Main responsibilitiesManaging loans backing portfolios of middle market corporate loans.Provide and/or arrange financings backed (at least in part) by corporate risk in the trade, inventory, and commercial real estate loan sectors.Credit analysis of corporates across a wide variety of industries.Assessment of corporate credit risk related to loans and trade or inventory finance transactions.Asset management oversight of corporate loans and loan portfolios.Candidates would be expected to conduct analysis, both qualitative and quantitative.Skills and experienceCandidates would ideally have between at least 2-4 years’ experience in corporate loan asset management, credit risk and/or corporate lending.The candidate should have an analytical mind-set, good knowledge of corporate credit (analysis of financials, credit metrics).This is a client/counterparty facing role so we would expect candidates to show an excellent level of written and spoken English.Strong client management and communication skills.Ability to roll up their sleeves and cover full risk management spectrum.Dealing with large data sets and systems.Ability to think analytically and present solutions in a clear way.Understanding key credit risks facing the business.Will suit candidates who can work independently and are motivated to learn in a fast-paced environment.Advanced competence with PowerPoint, Excel and Word.Experience with the Bloomberg terminal would be a positive.This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and talented candidate to gain exceptional experience.