JOB DESCRIPTION
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team in a fast paced and challenging area? This is a unique opportunity for you to work in our team to partner with the Business to provide a comprehensive view.
As an Associate in EMEA Consumer, Healthcare and Retail Wholesale Credit Risk team covering corporate clients in the Commercial & Investment Bank (CIB). You will cover a diversified portfolio of Investment and Non-Investment Grade counterparties, with responsibility for conducting credit analysis, managing portfolio exposures, and reviewing and approving transactions across a wide range of credit products.
Job Responsibilities
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Demonstrated analytical rigor and credit judgment, with the ability to identify, quantify, and communicate key risks.
- Proficiency in financial modelling and scenario analysis relevant to a range of lending contexts (investment grade, leveraged lending, venture lending).
- Familiarity in leveraging AI tools to support analysis and enhance efficiency.
- Knowledge of transaction structures, loan documentation (LMA, leveraged finance), and banking products sufficient to support negotiation and execution.
- Strong project management capability with end-to-end ownership of workstreams; effective prioritization and multi-tasking in a dynamic environment.
- Clear, effective written and verbal communication; ability to establish credibility with clients and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to coach and develop junior colleagues.
- Self-directed, results-oriented, adaptable, and motivated to drive continuous improvement.
- Prior experience in a comparable credit or risk environment.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related area (advanced degree a plus).
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Previous experience (2-3+ years) in a Credit Risk department or leveraged finance underwriting, including skills in cash flow modelling and financial analysis.
- Familiarity with corporate business models, sponsor dynamics, and covenant packages
- Strong stakeholder management skills in a matrix organization
- Working towards / having a professional certification (e.g. CFA, FRM) are considered a plus
ABOUT US
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
