At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead credit rating committees and analyse structured finance transactions.
- Company: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace at Scope Group.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and extensive benefits package.
- Other info: Long-term career path with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Enhance your analytical skills while making a real impact in finance.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in structured finance and strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 78000 £ per year.
The Senior Analyst takes part in and leads credit rating committees for the assignment and monitoring of structured finance ratings. The jobholder supports the analysis of complex structured finance instruments and analyses simple/standard structured finance transactions. Moreover, the Senior Analyst contributes to the development and maintenance of analytical tools and occasionally of credit rating methodologies, writes insightful credit research related to the structured finance sector and takes part in operational review visits.
This position offers a long‑term career path for high‑performing analysts with opportunities to enhance analytical skills.
Duties & responsibilities- Analyses and occasionally monitors, as a lead analyst, simple/standard structured finance transactions to assign and maintain credit ratings on structured finance instruments.
- Understands and contributes to the development of Scope’s analytical capabilities and methodologies.
- Supports the development of existing and new analytical tools, contributes to the validation or testing of methodologies.
- Communicates and occasionally collaborates with various internal and external parties in the context of analysis and ratings.
- Provides guidance to interns.
- Produces research and analytical comments on a timely basis.
- At least 3 years of experience in the structured finance sector or closely related sectors.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in finance, banking, economics, statistics, mathematics, or equivalent qualification.
- Good analytical skills either qualitative or quantitative or both, with an adequate understanding of financial market and credit.
- Knowledge of one or more structured finance industry segments or geographical markets, including familiarity with asset, counterparty and structural analysis, as well as cash flow modelling and documentation review.
- Ability to understand and identify key rating factors.
- Sound understanding and proficiency in the use of quantitative tools specific to the analysis of structured finance transactions.
- Multi‑cultural, collaborative, self‑starter, versatile, inquisitive and detail‑oriented personality.
- Accountable and dynamic with the ability to work in full autonomy and multi‑task.
- Independent thinker with strong problem‑solving, written and oral communication skills.
- Fluency in at least a major language in addition to English.
The compensation range disclosed may encompass multiple title levels. Your actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to your individual experience, education, and seniority, and the final salary will be determined during the interview and evaluation process.
Senior Analyst – Structured Finance: 60,000–78,000 EUR Bonus: Discretionary.
Benefits: Scope offers an extensive range of benefits, please check our benefits page for more details.
At Scope Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and fairness. We embrace people from all backgrounds, regardless of culture, ethnicity and gender. We ensure that our application processes are free from discrimination. By valuing each individual's unique background and perspectives, we strive to create an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute their best. Our dedication to equality and inclusivity reflects our belief that diversity drives innovation and success.
Senior Analyst - Primary Rating Structured Finance in London employer: Scope Ratings
Scope is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant and inclusive work culture that values diversity and innovation. As part of the Financial Institutions team, you will benefit from significant career growth opportunities while collaborating with a dynamic, international group of professionals across major European cities. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive environment, Scope empowers its analysts to excel in their roles and make impactful contributions to the financial sector.
