Counterparty Credit Analyst

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Counterparty Credit Analyst to join our Treasury team. Responsibilities include evaluating the financial creditworthiness of counterparties, enhancing reporting capabilities, and leading process improvement initiatives. The role requires strong analytical skills, a solid foundation in credit analysis, technical proficiency, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Counterparty Credit Analysis

• Conduct credit reviews and ongoing monitoring of global financial institutions, including banks and broker-dealers.
• Perform in-depth financial analysis of counterparties to assess creditworthiness and recommend appropriate risk limits as needed.
• Monitor and review existing counterparty exposures, identify emerging risks, and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Prepare and present credit memos and risk assessments to senior management and relevant committees.
• Communicate findings and recommendations internally with key stakeholders across the organization.
• Participate in external due diligence meetings with counterparties.

Reporting & Analytics

• Design, build, and enhance reporting tools and dashboards to deliver actionable insights on counterparty exposures and credit risk metrics.
• Automate and streamline reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with IT and data teams to ensure data integrity and optimize reporting infrastructure.

Process Improvement & Initiatives

• Identify and implement process improvements and best practices throughout the credit analysis and reporting workflow.
• Lead or participate in projects focused on enhancing credit risk management capabilities and operational efficiency.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Computer Science or a related field.
• 4-6 years of experience in counterparty credit analysis, credit risk, or a similar analytical role within financial services; direct hedge fund credit experience is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated familiarity with analyzing global financial institutions
• Strong understanding of financial statements, credit risk concepts, and counterparty risk frameworks.
• Proven experience in developing and enhancing reporting capabilities; strong technical skills with proficiency in Excel, and familiarity with coding (Python, SQL, or similar) is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

With respect to NY, CA, and IL based applicants, the starting base pay range for this role is between $156000 and $195000 annually. The actual base pay is dependent upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, business needs and market demands. This role may also be eligible for bonus compensation and employee benefits.