Job reference: SN/44633Sector: Financial ServicesRegion: United Kingdom, LondonSpecialisms: Credit Risk Jobs, Risk Modelling Analytics JobsClosing date: 2026-10-31London | Hybrid Working (3 days onsite)Are you a credit risk professional who enjoys turning complex portfolio data into meaningful business insight?Do you want a role that combines portfolio analytics, stakeholder engagement, strategic reporting and real influence across the business?A leading financial services organisation is looking for an experienced Senior Credit Portfolio Analytics Manager to join a high-performing Portfolio Management function supporting oversight and development of a large UK credit portfolio (retail and corporate).This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong credit portfolio analytics experience who can connect model outputs, portfolio performance and macroeconomic trends into clear, decision-ready insight for senior stakeholders.The OpportunityWorking within a collaborative and highly visible team, you will play a key role in shaping how portfolio performance, emerging risks and forward-looking trends are understood across the organisation.You will lead portfolio analysis and reporting across retail, SME and corporate portfolios, helping senior stakeholders understand what is driving portfolio movements, where risks are emerging and what actions should follow.Alongside this, you will hold first-line Model Owner responsibilities for key UK credit models, ensuring outputs are appropriately governed, understood and translated into meaningful business insight.This role offers broad exposure across Credit, Risk, Finance, Analytics, Data and Technology functions, as well as regular engagement with senior committees and leadership teams.What You’ll Be DoingLeading analysis of credit portfolio performance, asset quality trends and emerging risksProducing executive and committee-ready MI, commentary and portfolio insightInterpreting model outputs including IFRS 9, IRB, grading and stress testing impactsConnecting macroeconomic developments and portfolio trends into forward-looking assessmentsEnhancing reporting, dashboards and portfolio MI capabilitiesActing as first-line Model Owner for nominated UK credit modelsPartnering with stakeholders across Credit, Risk, Finance, Data and TechnologySupporting regulatory, capital and impairment-related reporting and analysisLeading and developing a small team within a collaborative environmentWhat We’re Looking ForWe are interested in speaking with candidates who bring a combination of analytical capability, commercial awareness and strong communication skills.You will likely have experience in:Credit portfolio analytics or portfolio risk managementCredit risk reporting, impairment analysis or portfolio oversightIFRS 9, IRB, grading or credit model outputsPresenting insight and recommendations to senior stakeholdersWorking across multiple business areas in a fast-paced environmentYou’ll also bring:Strong Excel and data analysis capabilityExperience using BI tools such as Power BI, Tableau or QlikViewThe ability to simplify complex information into clear business narrativesA hands-on and collaborative approach suited to a lean, high-performing teamPrevious model governance or first-line model ownership exposure would be advantageous, though this is not a pure modelling role.Why Join?This is a genuinely varied and visible opportunity within a growing and evolving function. You’ll have the chance to influence how portfolio insight is delivered across the UK business while working closely with senior stakeholders on strategic and regulatory priorities.The organisation offers:Competitive salary and bonus potentialExcellent pension and benefits packageHybrid working modelStrong internal career development opportunitiesA collaborative and supportive cultureLocation & Working PatternThis role is based in London and operates on a hybrid working model with 3 days per week onsite.Interested?If you’d like to learn more about the role, team or broader opportunity, please apply or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Senior Credit Portfolio Analytics Manager in London employer: Barclay Simpson Corporate Governance Recruitment
As a leading investment bank located in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our commitment to innovation in quantitative analytics offers unique opportunities for professionals to influence pricing models across multiple asset classes while collaborating with top-tier teams. With competitive compensation packages and a focus on continuous improvement, we are an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the financial services sector.
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