Portfolio Analyst

We are looking for a sharp, analytical mind to join our dynamic Risk team as a Portfolio Analyst in our Political and Credit Risk (PCR) team

Are you passionate about analyzing complex portfolios and driving smarter risk decisions? We're looking for a detail-driven professional will be responsible for analysing and managing portfolios of credit risk counterparties, as well as analysing the overall PCR portfolio.This role requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of a major coding language (e.g. Python), attention to detail, and the ability to work independently.

As a leading global reinsurer, SCOR offers its clients a diversified and innovative range of reinsurance and insurance solutions and services to control and manage risk. Applying "The Art & Science of Risk," SCOR uses its industry-recognized expertise and cutting-edge financial solutions to serve its clients and contribute to the welfare and resilience of society in around 160 countries worldwide.

Working at SCOR means engaging with some of the best minds in the industry - actuaries, data scientists, underwriters, risk modelers, engineers, and many others - as we work together to find solutions to pressing challenges facing societies.

As an international company, our common culture is defined by "The SCOR Way." Serving both to build momentum that drives the Group forward and as a compass to guide our actions and choices, The SCOR Way is anchored by five core values, reflecting the input of employees at all levels of the Group. We care about clients, people, and societies. We perform with integrity. We act with courage. We encourage open minds. And we thrive through collaboration.

SCOR supports inclusion and the diversity of talents, and all positions are open to people with disabilities.

Job Summary

• Analyse counterparty credit risks of large portfolios of corporates and financial institutions.
• Develop stochastic models that estimate risk exposures to pre-determined scenarios.
• Conduct periodic reviews of counterparty credit risks using internal models and external data.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date portfolio data in risk systems.
• Assist the head of credit risk analysis with improving risk procedures.
• Ensure ongoing and consistent portfolio reporting to key internal and external stakeholders

Key duties and responsibilities Responsibilities

The Portfolio Analyst will have primary responsibility for portfolio risk analysis including the following:

Portfolio monitoring & analysis

* Analyse counterparty credit risks of large portfolios of corporates and financial institutions.

* Track and analyse credit exposures across counterparties, sectors, and geographies.

* Monitor changes in credit ratings, market conditions, and counterparty fundamentals.

* Develop stochastic models that estimate risk exposures to pre-determined scenarios.

* Identify concentration risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

* Ensure and reinforce data visualisation to the underwriting team

Risk Assessment & Reporting

* Conduct periodic reviews of counterparty credit risks using internal models and external data.

* Prepare regular risk reports and dashboards for senior management and reinsurers.

* Support stress testing and scenario analysis exercises.

Data Management & Modelling

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date portfolio data in risk systems
• Assist in the development and refinement of credit risk models and portfolio analytics tools.
• Collaborate with data teams to ensure data quality and integrity.

Required experience & competencies

• The candidate must be a portfolio analyst with several years exprience
• The candidate must have sound technical knowledge of credit risk analysis as well as a wider understanding of related political, economic and social topics
• Good MS Office applications skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong understanding of credit risk concepts, financial statements, and counterparty risk.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python, or R

**Required Education & Skills

Essential**

• Bachelor's Degree
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret complex data and communicate insights clearly.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and risk management principles.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable

* CFA Qualification

* Master's degree

Why Join Us?

• Work at the heart of strategic decision-making.
• Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
• Enjoy flexible working, career development, and a culture that values innovation.

Ready to take the next step?
Apply now and help us build a resilient future.