Risk Analyst Job. Finance Jobs In Kenya

Industry: Fintech,
Reporting to: Head of Risk,
Gross Salary: Competitive,

Our Client is an International tech company with a growing footprint in Africa that provide dynamic, tech-based financing solutions tailored for agribusinesses, empowering entrepreneurs to grow their operations and meet increasing market demands. They are seeking to hire a Risk Analyst who will be responsible for evaluating credit risk, analyzing client information, and supporting data-driven lending decisions.

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About the Role

• Reporting to the Head of Risk, the candidate will be responsible for evaluating credit risk, analyzing client information, and supporting data-driven lending decisions. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission while working in a dynamic and innovative environment. It also provides strong prospects for professional growth within a fast-paced organization.

Key Responsibilities

Credit Assessment & Underwriting

• Conduct credit analysis and evaluate financial data to assess the creditworthiness of clients.
• Provide risk-aligned inputs to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with account managers, customer care agents, and the sales team to validate borrower information and assess risk in business context.

KYC Documentation

• Document verification to identify and prevent fraud.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of client-provided information.
• Support the completion of KYC processes for both new and existing clients, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Portfolio Monitoring

• Monitor the loan portfolio to identify high-risk exposures and support ongoing loan reviews.
• Collaborate with Account Managers to ensure timely completion of periodic portfolio assessments.

Policy, Process & Control

• Contribute to the enhancement of credit and risk policies.
• Help review loan documentation and ensure compliance with internal risk guidelines.
• Any other responsibility that will be assigned from time to time by the line manager.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, Actuarial Science, Statistics or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in credit analysis, risk management, in a financial institution, fintech or a lending environment.
• Professional qualification or progress in CFA, ACCA, CPA or ICIFA will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, credit analysis, financial analysis and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Familiarity with credit risk metrics and portfolio risk concepts.
• Experience in agribusiness finance and MSME lending.
• Experience in KYC documentation is an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of CBK Prudential and Risk Management Guidelines.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Self-starter mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and a high level of ownership, curiosity, and initiative.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present insights clearly and concisely.

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How to Apply

Gross Salary: Competitive

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualifications and experience; please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject (Risk Analyst - Fintech) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke before 30th April 2025

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive any communication from us within two weeks of your application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful. We appreciate your interest and thank you for applying