Network Finance
6 days ago
Assistant Manager: Credit Risk
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Company information
- Company
- Network Finance
- Location
- South Africa South Africa
- Posted
- 6 days ago
Job description
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, enhance, and calibrate credit risk models and scorecards.
- Perform model validation, monitoring, testing, and performance reviews.
- Conduct portfolio analytics and benchmarking exercises to support strategic decision-making.
- Assist with IFRS 9 impairment and regulatory risk projects.
- Prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders and clients.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality client solutions.
- Support project management activities and ensure successful engagement delivery.
- Undergraduate Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Financial Engineering, Economics, Econometrics, Engineering, or a related quantitative field.
- 3-5 years' experience within Credit Risk, Banking, Financial Services, Consulting, or a related analytical environment.
- Experience in credit risk modelling and predictive analytics.
- Understanding of the credit lifecycle, model risk management, IFRS 9, and Basel frameworks.
- Exposure to PD, LGD, and EAD methodologies.
- Experience working on quantitative or regulatory risk projects.
- Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving capability.
- Advanced Excel skills with proficiency in data analysis and modelling.
- Coding experience using Python, SAS, R, or similar analytical tools.
- Strong report-writing and presentation skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Strong understanding of credit risk principles and financial modelling.
- Ability to interpret and communicate complex analytical findings.
- Comfortable working in a client-focused and project-driven environment.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver quality outcomes.
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