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Credit Analyst - Credit & Political Risk Insurance Underwriting Team

Greater London, South East, England
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Job Ref:BH-24515
Credit Analyst – Credit & Political Risk Insurance

Location: London

Our client, a leading global insurer in the Credit & Political Risk (CPRI) market, is seeking a talented Credit Analyst to join its growing underwriting team in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced credit professional to work on a diverse portfolio of structured, project and trade finance transactions across developed and emerging markets. The role offers exposure to complex risks, close collaboration with underwriters, and the opportunity to contribute directly to underwriting decisions on high-profile international deals.

The Role As a Credit Analyst, you will be responsible for assessing and monitoring credit risk across a broad range of transactions and counterparties. Working closely with underwriting teams, you will provide detailed credit analysis and recommendations to support the evaluation of new business opportunities and ongoing portfolio management.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Conducting detailed credit analysis of obligors, borrowers, financial institutions and sovereign-related risks.
  • Assessing structured finance, project finance and trade finance transactions.
  • Reviewing financial statements, cash flow models, transaction structures and security packages.
  • Preparing high-quality credit reports and recommendations for underwriting committees.
  • Monitoring portfolio performance and identifying emerging credit risks.
  • Supporting underwriters throughout the underwriting process and renewal cycle.
  • Analysing political, economic and sector-specific developments impacting risk exposures.
  • Engaging with brokers, clients, banks and other market participants as required.
Candidate ProfileWe are keen to speak with candidates who have experience gained within:
  • A Credit & Political Risk insurer OR
  • A commercial or investment bank OR
  • A recognised credit ratings agency
Applicants should demonstrate experience analysing structured finance, project finance, trade finance or other complex corporate credit exposures.
The successful candidate will ideally possess:
  • Strong credit analysis and financial statement interpretation skills.
  • Experience assessing complex financing structures and transaction risks.
  • Knowledge of project finance, export finance, structured credit or trade finance products.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • The ability to present clear and concise credit recommendations to senior stakeholders.
  • A degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or a related discipline.
  • Professional qualifications such as CFA, FRM or ACA would be advantageous but are not essential.
Why Apply?
  • Join a highly regarded insurer with a strong market reputation.
  • Work on complex international transactions across multiple sectors and jurisdictions.
  • Gain broad exposure to Credit & Political Risk underwriting.
  • Collaborate with experienced market professionals in a supportive environment.
  • Attractive compensation package and genuine career development opportunities.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please get in touch.
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