Credit Risk and Data Analyst

MERJE Ltd
Manchester
1 month ago
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Manchester 3 days a week

£45K-£60K

Key Responsibilities:

  • Data Extraction and Preparation: Extract and manipulate large volumes of data from various internal systems and external data sources (e.g., credit bureaus) using SQL, SAS and other data manipulation tools.
  • Portfolio Monitoring: Produce regular and ad-hoc Management Information (MI) reports on key credit risk metrics (e.g., delinquencies, default rates, loss rates, impairment levels) for management and regulatory reporting.
  • Analysis and Insight: Conduct in-depth analysis of portfolio trends to identify emerging risks and opportunities. Translate complex data insights into clear, actionable recommendations for the Credit Risk team and wider business stakeholders.
  • Manage the current Credit Risk data tables.
  • Represent Credit Risk in the development of the Company data strategy to ensure it meets the requirements of Credit Risk. Ensure continuity of reporting during the development along with the migration of existing data to the new Company data warehouse.
  • Balance short-term business demands with long-term analytical strategy and sustainability.
  • To comply with internal policies and procedures, alongside those of our regulator, ensuring that we Treat Customers Fairly.

Key Requirements:

  • A degree in a numerate subject and good skills in quantitative/stati...

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