Salary guide
Credit Analyst
- Average salary
- £28,000 – £50,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
FinanceBanking
- The UK credit industry is worth over £250 billion
Other names this job is known by
- Risk Analyst
- Credit Officer
Key responsibilities
- Assess creditworthiness of individuals and businesses
- Analyse financial statements and credit reports
- Prepare risk assessments and recommendations
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in finance, business, or economics
- Experience in finance or banking
- Analytical and IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Analyst
- Credit Manager
- Risk Manager
- Consultancy roles
How to get the job
- Study maths, business, or economics
- Complete a relevant degree
- Gain experience in finance or banking
- Progress to analyst or management roles with further training
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