Junior Credit Risk Quant Analyst

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP015783/MNG

Date posted:

Friday, May 30, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Exciting Opportunity: Junior Credit Risk Quant Analyst – Johannesburg.

POSITION INFO:
Are you a highly analytical professional looking to launch or grow your career in credit risk and quantitative modelling? Join a dynamic and collaborative team that partners with leading financial institutions to solve complex credit risk challenges using best-in-class methodologies and frameworks.

About the Role:
In this role, you will support the development, validation, and enhancement of credit risk models, with a strong emphasis on:

Credit scorecards (application, behavioral, and collections)
Basel regulatory frameworks
Core risk parameters: Probability of Default (PD), Loss Given Default (LGD), and Exposure at Default (EAD)
IFRS 9 impairment modelling and transition from IAS 39

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

A Bachelor’s (Honours) or Master’s Degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Mathematics, Statistics, and Actuarial Science)
1–3 years’ experience in a credit risk quants or modelling role, or a strong academic background with exposure to relevant tools and concepts
Understanding of Basel requirements, IFRS 9 impairment modelling, and risk metrics like PD, LGD, and EAD
Familiarity with developing or validating credit scorecards
Proficiency in SAS or other statistical tools is advantageous
Strong communication skills to convey complex quantitative insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Why Join Us?:

Work on high-impact projects across a diverse financial services client base
Grow your expertise in regulatory credit risk, impairment modelling, and capital frameworks
Be part of a learning-oriented environment that values professional development
Explore international travel opportunities as you advance your career

If you’re ready to deepen your technical skills and make a real impact in the credit risk space, we’d love to hear from you.

How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements, please send your resume DIRECTLY to:
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