Occupation
Credit analyst
Credit analysts work out how likely a borrower or counterparty is to meet its obligations, and what the lender should require in return for taking that chance. The output is a written credit assessment that a committee can challenge, so the reasoning has to be explicit rather than intuitive.
Also known as: Commercial credit analyst · Credit risk analyst · Lending analyst · Counterparty credit analyst
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What the work involves
Spread and analyse financial statements and cash-flow information.
Assess industry conditions, business model, and management track record.
Assign or recommend an internal risk rating using the lender's methodology.
Write credit memoranda proposing limits, covenants, and security.
Monitor existing exposures for early signs of deterioration.
Present cases to a credit committee and answer challenges to the analysis.
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How people commonly enter
A degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business.
A graduate or analyst programme within a bank's credit or risk function.
Progression from lending administration, collections, or accounting roles.
A professional credit or accounting qualification taken alongside the role.
Typical training: Bachelor's degree
Licensing: Not typically licensed
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Typical work context
- Desk based
- Team based
- Quiet focus
- Hybrid office
Desk based · Team based · Quiet focus · Hybrid office
Related interests
- Investigative (analytical)
- Conventional (organizing)
Investigative (analytical) · Conventional (organizing)
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