Credit Risk Analyst

Highlight of the engagement opportunity:

§ Role: Full time role

§ Number of years of experience expected: 2 to 3 years

§ Areas of experience preferred: IFRS 9/ Ind AS 109, PD / LGD/ EAD model development and validation, experience with ECL calculation, clarity on the IFRS 9 standard & regulatory asks

§ Educational qualification expected: Qualified CA (India), ACCA (UK)

§ Additional qualifications/ certifications required: None

§ Preferable additional certifications: CFA, FRM, MBA, Actuarial

§ Preferred geography of previous work experience: India

§ Application experience preferable: MS Excel, VBA, Python, R, SAS

Key responsibility areas:

§ Independently lead and manage consulting engagements with leading banks, financial institutions, NBFCs, insurance companies and corporates covering areas such as IFRS 9 model development, ECL computation, enhancing the approach to ECL and provisions along with other credit risk areas

§ Demonstrate knowledge to banking, NBFC, corporate and insurance companies on various loan product and their characteristics including wholesale loans, auto loans, personal loans, mortgage finance, education loans, etc.

§ Demonstrate knowledge of concepts related to default and recovery rate modelling including roll rate analysis, periodic default rates, statistical methods including regression models, Markov chains, etc.

§ Lead and drive day-to-day execution of client projects.

§ Lead hiring and mentoring initiatives to expand and upskill execution and delivery team for engagements

§ Design and monitor detailed project plans for assigned engagements

§ Directly report and provide detailed updates to business unit leader for all assigned engagements on an on-going basis

§ Lead and actively participate in designing proposals, RFP responses and pitches for business development pursuits

Key performance metrics:

§ Adherence to project delivery timelines

§ Adherence to the firm’s standards for processes and quality

§ Project profitability

§ Client feedback

§ Feedback from counselor and other team members

Other expectations:

§ An “ownership attitude” whose passion for solving issues and creating value

§ Strong analytical and logical skills

§ Strong business writing and oral communication skills

§ Collaborative and partnership-oriented and ready to work as a team member.

§ Demonstrated ownership over deliverables and project engagement.

§ Ability to handle highly challenging and time-bound projects with a positive mindset.

Other important information:

§ Work permit requirements: Either Indian Citizen or having valid work permit to work in India.

§ Period of engagement: Full time role

§ Probation period: 6 months

§ Compensation: Compensation varies depending on the skill, fitment and role played by the person. Compensation discussions will take place post the selection process.

§ Performance incentives: Typically, all roles at Acies have a performance incentive. Specific aspects will be discussed during the compensation discussion.

§ Leave: National holidays, sick leaves, maternity and paternity, bereavement and studies vary based on the city and country of engagement.

§ Other benefits: Other employment benefits including medical insurance will be informed during the compensation discussion.

§ Career growth for full-time roles: Acies believes in a transparent and data-based performance evaluation system. You are encouraged to clarify any questions you have with respect to career growth with Acies personnel you interact with during the selection process.

§ Career opportunities for part-time roles: Conversion of part-time roles to full-time roles depends on both performance of the individual and business needs. You are encouraged to ask about the prospects as you interact with Acies personnel during the selection process.

§ Global mobility: Acies encourages mobility across our offices. Such mobility is, however, subject to business needs and regulations governing immigration and employment in various countries.

Selection process:

We seek to be transparent during the selection process. While the actual process may vary from the process indicated below, the key steps involved are as follows:

§ Interview:

§ There are expected to be at least two rounds of interviews with the Acies team.

§ Following the above, there are expected to be at least two rounds of interviews with the respective client team.

The number of interview rounds may vary depending on the criticality and seniority of the role.

§ Final discussion on career and compensation: Post final selection, a separate discussion will be set up to discuss compensation and career growth. You are encouraged to seek any clarifications.

Preparation required:

It is recommended that you prepare the following aspects before the selection process:

§ Understanding of products / exposures in the financial services industry (Banks / NBFC / Insurance)

§ Demonstrate knowledge about credit risk modelling, PD, LGD, ECL, etc.

§ Demonstrate experience of various methodologies used for modelling default rates, credit scores, recovery rates, etc.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contractual / Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Banking or a banking client facing role based consulting: 2 years (Required)
• Credit risk management & modelling: 2 years (Required)

Location:

• Mumbai, Maharashtra (Required)

Work Location: In person