Credit AnalystOn-Site

Our customer is a leading provider of innovative financial solutions for small and medium businesses, they are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Credit Analyst to join their growing team.

• Office hours - 8.30 to 5pm
• Monday to Friday

About the role:

You will be responsible for reviewing and evaluating credit applications from merchants, and providing recommendations on approval or rejections based on the risk level and the lending policies of the company. You will communicate with customers & stakeholders and deal with in-and-outbound calls to assist customer regarding re-advances, preparing offers and general queries.

Responsibilities:

• Review and assess credit applications from merchants, and provide recommendations on approval or rejection based on the risk level and the lending policies of the company.
• Undertake the overall credit risk / underwriting process, decision making pertaining to the credit assessment of merchant applications as per the authorised lending mandate - capturing of applicable information, performing of credit bureau checks
• Communicate with clients and stakeholders, and provide feedback and guidance on credit applications.
• Maintain records and documentation of credit decisions, and comply with relevant regulations and compliance standards.
• Assist with merchant incoming calls relating to general queries involving the Credit Risk / Underwriting Team
• Assist with the overall daily collection debit order process, managing the changing of daily debit orders, dealing with unpaids and the liaison with the merchants as appropriate
• Keep up to date with the financial services industry, the credit market, and the best practices in credit underwriting.
• Provide input into the maintenance of all credit risk policies, workflows and other relevant credit risk / underwriting documentation
• Provide credit risk support / guidance to the broader organisation to ensure common understanding
• Assist in the production, presentation of portfolio and operational analytical results

Requirements:

• A relevant qualification or equivalent work experience in the field of credit underwriting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to evaluate financial information and risk factors.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of the financial services industry, the credit market, and the relevant regulations and compliance standards.
• Full working rights – Must be an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range
• Career development opportunities
• Friendly and supportive team culture