Economic Capital Analyst

2 months ago


Cape Town, South Africa Network Recruitment Full time
Are you passionate about credit risk analysis and portfolio modeling? Our client, a leader in financial services, is looking for a skilled Economic Capital Analyst to manage and analyze credit investment data, providing critical insights into economic capital and investment strategies.

About the Role:
As an Economic Capital Analyst, you will oversee the analysis and interpretation of portfolio data for a diverse range of credit investments, including South African corporates, municipalities, state-owned entities, leveraged buy-outs, project finance, property, securitisation transactions, and developed market credit. This role requires a blend of technical expertise and financial acumen to inform key investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Quantitative Credit Analysis: Use advanced tools like Excel and Moodys RiskFrontier to evaluate capital requirements and returns on credit investments.
  • Model Development: Build, validate, and recalibrate internal models to calculate PDs, LGDs, economic capital, and SAM capital metrics as needed.
  • Portfolio Management: Conduct meaningful portfolio analyses to inform management and stakeholders, enhancing decision-making.
  • Financial Modeling: Develop robust financial models for structured loans, derivatives, and other credit-related instruments.
  • Rating Scorecards: Innovate and improve internal ratings scorecards to refine credit risk assessments.

Your Profile:

  • Qualifications:
    • BSc (preferably Honours) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or other pure/applied sciences, OR
    • BCom/BBusSci (preferably Honours) in Actuarial Science, Operations Research, Finance, Economics, or Econometrics.
  • Competencies:
    • High level of professionalism and attention to detail.
    • Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
    • Proficiency in data-driven tasks and financial modeling.
    • Exceptional communication skills and the ability to deliver insights effectively.
    • Commercially focused and client-oriented mindset.
    • Thrives in high-pressure environments, both independently and in teams.



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