(863) Associate Risk Analyst – Credit Risk - FMD

The successful candidate will be responsible for, among other things, the following key performance areas:

• Analyse, assess, evaluate and report on credit risk, to facilitate informed investment decision making.
• Contribute towards the formulation and implementation of policies related to credit risk.
• Conduct research on credit-risk developments and make recommendations based on the findings and best practices.
• Assist in the development of strategies for credit-risk management.
• Assist in the conceptualising and building of risk models for calculating risks associated with counterparties, portfolios and particular trades or strategies.
• Conducting fundamental credit analysis, including financial statement analysis for the selection, evaluation and management of the credit quality of the SARB’s counterparties.
• Participate in cross-functional activities for the alignment and harmonisation of risk-related information.
• Develop and maintain business relationships with experts within the financial markets industry.
• Develop and maintain procedure manuals for operational purposes.

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

• An Honours degree (NQF8) in Finance, Risk Management, Investment Management or an equivalent qualification.
• Two to five years’ experience in investment risk management or a related field.

• Either the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Financial Risk Manager (FRM) or Professional Risk Manager (PRM) designation.
• Knowledge of Environmental Social and Governance investment processes.

• Knowledge of financial instruments and risk management.
• Knowledge of modern risk management methodologies.
• Knowledge of commercial or investment banks’ operating models.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Presentation skills.
• Computer literacy skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Team player.