Specialist: Credit Quantification

6 days ago

Johannesburg Metropolitan Area, South Africa Liberty Group South Africa Full time R80 000 - R120 000 per year

Purpose of the Role

Contribute to an organisation-wide quantitative credit risk capability, including:

  • Data preparation
  • Development and implementation of methodologies, systems, and processes
  • SAM capital requirements

Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree in Mathematical, Statistical, or Pure Sciences (e.g., BSc in Financial Engineering or related field)
  • Working towards FRM or CFA certification (advantageous)
  • 3–5 years' experience in the financial sector (banking or insurance
  • Experience in environments with unstructured data and manual processes
  • Knowledge of financial markets and asset classes
  • Familiarity with regulatory capital frameworks (Solvency II/SAM or Basel II/III advantageous)
  • Hands-on experience in credit risk management or reporting in investment banking
  • Exposure to risk systems implementation and reporting frameworks

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement reporting requirements for credit portfolio management, concentration reporting, and regulatory capital management
  • Manage and maintain data for credit risk reporting deliverables, including data identification and mapping
  • Document data and operational processes
  • Provide ongoing support for the broader Credit Function
  • Ensure robust implementation of credit risk methodologies within Liberty
  • Analyse quantitative credit models and reports to provide insights for business decisions
  • Participate in ad hoc projects

Knowledge & Skills

  • Structured work methods for unstructured processes and data
  • Credit Risk practices for financial institutions
  • Regulatory capital reporting regimes (SAM/Basel)
  • Financial market knowledge
  • Data manipulation and processing tools
  • Programming knowledge: C+/C++, Python, SQL (highly advantageous)

Interpersonal Skills:

  • Detail-oriented with ability to work with large datasets
  • Strong communication skills across all levels
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
  • Resilient under pressure, self-motivated, and driven

Why Join Us?

At Liberty, we value innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth. You'll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects and contribute to shaping our credit risk capabilities.

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