Credit Risk Analyst

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom YouLend Full time

About Us

YouLend is a rapidly growing FinTech Company that is the preferred embedded financing platform for many of the world’s leading e-commerce sites, tech companies and payment services providers. Our software platform enables our partners to offer flexible financing products in their own branding to their merchant base without capital at risk.

We believe that the future of financial services will be delivered by customer-oriented tech companies that embed financing in their customer journeys, and we are building the solutions that will power that future.

The Role

We are looking to add a Credit Risk Analyst to the team who will evaluate the creditworthiness of potential borrowers, analyze financial data and credit scores to determine risks in lending. You will review and interpret complex financial statements and economic trends to advise on credit limits and risk mitigation strategies. The analyst will monitor the financial health of existing clients to anticipate and manage potential default risks. They also ensure that all lending activities comply with regulatory standards and internal policies. Through your analysis, you will support the decision-making process regarding loan approvals and risk management.

Requirements

  • Design and maintain statistical models for the assessment of credit risk.
  • Analyse large datasets to forecast financial outcomes and estimate risks.
  • Perform stress testing and scenario analysis to assess potential impacts on credit portfolios.
  • Provide insights and recommendations to manage credit risk exposure effectively.
  • Compile and present analytical reports to senior management and key stakeholders.

You will need:

  • A degree in Finance, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • Proficient in statistical analysis software and programming languages such as SQL, Python, or SAS.
  • Strong understanding of credit risk metrics (PD, LGD, EAD) and financial modelling.
  • Experience with data visualization tools and techniques.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Desirable:

  • Experience in credit risk

Benefits

Why join YouLend?

At YouLend, we champion diversity and embrace equal opportunity employment practices. Our hiring, transfer, and promotion decisions are exclusively based on qualifications, merit, and business requirements, free from any discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, religion, nationality, or any other protected basis under applicable law.

We offer comprehensive benefits package that includes:

  • Stock Options
  • Private Medical insurance via Vitality
  • EAP with Health Assured
  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Leave
  • Modern and sophisticated office space in Central London
  • Free Gym in office building in Holborn
  • Subsidised Lunch via Feedr
  • Deliveroo Allowance if working late in office
  • Monthly in office Masseuse
  • Team and Company Socials
  • Football Power League / Squash Club


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