Credit Analyst at Fadac Resources

Our client is the leading ratings agency in Africa in terms of coverage and analytical presence on the continent. They have regional hubs in Mauritius, South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria and Senegal. Their ratings portfolio expands to over 500 entities, in more than 25 countries, and across multiple business sectors.

They are currently recruiting an experienced Nigeria-based Credit Analyst who will be working within their analytical team. This team focuses on all insurers, corporates, banks and non-bank financial institutions across the African continent.
Job Responsibility

• Write in-depth, high quality and focused research on credit trends, including thought-leading reports on insurance, corporates, banks, and banking trends.
• Become a recognized authority on your portfolio of rated entities and developments in the sector. Perform in-depth fundamental credit analysis on a portfolio of Nigeria financial institutions/insurance companies and corporates. Present your analysis at committees.
• Develop detailed understanding of, and ability to apply, relevant companies methodologies.
• Monitor developments and ensure ratings are accurate and forward looking.
• Build and maintain high quality relationships with fixed-income investors, financial media, and senior management at financial institutions.
• Operate independently but supported by the rest of analytical team in enhancing GCR’s Banking, Corporate and Insurance franchise, in particular through developing and deepening outreach with key external stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Proven credit/risk assessment experience including strong financial analysis experience, likely to be gained from a financial institution, regulator, or public accounting firm.
• Understanding of Nigerian corporates/banks/insurers and their regulatory environment and the key issues affecting these markets/the main players and key industry drivers.
• Excellent communication skills. Able to communicate clearly and succinctly, both verbally and in writing with some public speaking experience.
• Strong quantitative aptitude and proven analytical skills.
• Highly organized and efficient, with ability to multi-task and able to meet tight deadlines.
• The successful candidate should have a strong academic background at least equivalent to BSc in relevant areas.
• CIMA/ACA/ACCA/CFA professional qualification would be highly beneficial.
• Fluency in spoken and written English