Credit Risk Quant Analyst

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP015722/HOO

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 7, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Annually

SUMMARY:
Job Description:

Are you a numbers-driven thinker with a passion for problem-solving and data? A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg is on the lookout for a Junior Credit Risk Quant Analyst Manager to join their fast-paced, innovative team.
This is your chance to grow within a highly respected, dynamic firm that works with top-tier clients across banking, retail, and financial services – locally and internationally.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Contribute to the development and validation of credit risk models for impairment (IAS 39 & IFRS 9) and capital adequacy.
Assist in strategic risk advisory projects, helping clients enhance their credit risk management capabilities.
Get involved in capital and balance sheet management initiatives, including ICAAP, Economic Capital modelling, and Risk Appetite frameworks.
Work with a broad spectrum of financial institutions – banks, DFIs, micro-lenders, and retailers.
Enjoy travel opportunities across Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Qualifications:

A strong academic background – Honours or Master’s in Mathematics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or a related quantitative field.

Experience:

Open to recent graduates or professionals with 1–3 years of experience in a quantitative credit risk role.
Bonus if you have experience with SAS or similar statistical tools.
Excellent communicator – able to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

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If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

For more information contact:
Chantal Hoole
Specialist Consultant: Actuarial and Analyst Professionals

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