Credit Risk Analyst – Commodity Trading

Are you a proactive and analytically driven Credit Risk Analyst looking for a fresh challenge? This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic trading environment with a strong focus on commodities—particularly metals.

You will work closely with the Head of Credit to ensure compliance with internal credit risk policies and foster a robust risk culture across the business. The role involves managing credit risk for a portfolio of commodity-focused clients, including corporates, financial institutions, CCPs, and state-owned enterprises.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed quantitative and qualitative credit assessments of new and existing clients.
• Present credit recommendations to the Credit Committee and monitor exposures against approved limits.
• Recommend mitigation measures and oversee margin call processes.
• Manage breaches of internal controls and maintain accurate credit documentation.
• Produce daily and monthly credit risk reports and contribute to group-level reporting.
• Stay informed on macroeconomic trends impacting global metals markets and evolving regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with market risk teams and participate in system testing to enhance credit monitoring capabilities.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience in Commodities Credit Risk, ideally within metals trading.
• Preference for candidates with LME Credit Risk experience.
• Solid understanding of credit risk methodologies and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret financial and non-financial data.
• Strong communication skills for presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders.

If you’re an experienced Credit Risk Analyst with a background in commodities and LME exposure, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for more details.

Please note, this role is 5 days in the office, non-negotiable.