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We are looking to hire a highly driven and meticulous individual to become a part of our Credit Allied Risk Assessment team. This position entails the responsibility of conducting assessments that encompass Climate Risk, ESG & Reputational Risk, and any additional ESG‑related Risk that becomes pertinent in the future. The analyst will collect data from reliable sources, disclosures, annual reports, and interactions with Relationship Managers, Credit Analysts and clients to deliver an analytical evaluation of the client’s risk and opportunities assessment for Credit Risk considerations while adhering to ESGR policy frameworks and in line with Group’s Position Statements.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide insightful, relevant, succinct, and timely Credit Allied Risk Assessment for a portfolio of SCB’s Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) Clients.
- Assist the Relationship Managers (RM) and Credit Analysts (CA) in preparation for client discussions regarding Credit Allied Risk Assessments and collect data necessary for precise evaluations.
- Maintain regular interaction with business and front‑line teams, guiding them on ESG & Reputational Risk requirements of the Bank.
- Evaluate the portfolio across various industries and geographical regions, with focus shifting periodically.
- Provide a forward‑looking opinion on the clients’ engagement in the Climate Change and ESG agenda, including key risks and potential mitigants.
- Offer a holistic counterparty assessment, commenting on elements relevant to SCB’s Climate, ESG & Reputational Risk priorities, such as “High‑emitting Sectors,” aligning with position statements.
- Support Business Credit Application (BCA) submission through timely completion of Credit Allied Risk Assessments and partnership with the CIB Coverage team.
- Address and respond to inquiries from Credit Officers regarding the assessments.
Skills and Experience
- University degree in Finance, Sustainability, Climate science, or Environmental studies.
- Minimum of 2+ years’ relevant experience in banking or other financial institutions in ESG/Climate or Credit risk‑related roles.
- Strong analytical skills to conduct comprehensive research on client E&S, Climate, and Reputational risk performance.
- Problem‑solving mindset and ability to provide data‑driven solutions.
- Excellent communication skills and collaborative disposition.
- Well‑organized with strong multitasking capabilities.
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment and demonstrate a “can do” attitude.
- Awareness of E&S Governance, including industry specific standards & Climate risk aspects.
- Global awareness of E&S trends at industry/regional level.
- Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks such as TCFD, CDP, GHG accounting.
- Experience integrating climate risks into financial models.
- Strong ability to provide constructive feedback based on policy or guidance.
- Capacity to stay informed about the latest developments in climate science, technology, and policy.
- Certifications related to Climate, ESG will be added advantage.
About Standard Chartered
We’re an international bank, nimble enough to act, big enough for impact. For more than 170 years, we’ve worked to make a positive difference for our clients, communities, and each other. We question the status quo, love a challenge and enjoy finding new opportunities to grow and do better than before.
Together We
- Do the right thing and are assertive, challenge one another, and live with integrity, while putting the client at the heart of what we do.
- Never settle, continuously strive to improve and innovate, keep things simple and learn from doing well, and not so well.
- Are better together, we can be ourselves, be inclusive, see more good in others, and work collectively to build for the long term.
What We Offer
In line with our Fair Pay Charter, we offer a competitive salary and benefits to support your mental, physical, financial and social wellbeing.
- Core bank funding for retirement savings, medical and life insurance, with flexible and voluntary benefits available in some locations.
- Time‑off including annual leave, parental/maternity (20 weeks), sabbatical (12 months maximum) and volunteering leave (3 days), with a minimum global standard for annual and public holiday of 30 days.
- Flexible working options based around home and office locations, with flexible working patterns.
- Proactive wellbeing support through Unmind, a market‑leading digital wellbeing platform, development courses for resilience and other human skills, global Employee Assistance Programme, sick leave, mental health first‑aiders and self‑help toolkits.
- A continuous learning culture to support your growth, with opportunities to reskill and upskill and access to physical, virtual and digital learning.
- Being part of an inclusive and values‑driven organisation that celebrates our diversity, with everyone feeling respected and able to realise their full potential.
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- Business Development and Sales
- Banking
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