Senior Credit Analyst Full-time Job

The Senior Credit Analyst utilizes advanced skills in credit writing, financial statement analysis, loan structuring, risk management and communications to provide exceptional service and responsiveness within EFG’s key business line functions of credit underwriting, loan applications and recurring credit review process and administration. This is an important role in delivering effective risk-based loan pricing and profitability management with underwriting focus primarily directed toward more complex and higher value credits requiring in-depth knowledge and experience, to appropriately assess, and mitigate all attributes of risk in alignment with CWB’s defined risk appetite. This position provides direct functional mentorship and guidance to Credit Analysts and Associates – enhancing the development of EFG’s credit capabilities.

 

Day to day activities                                  

• Client engagement: Deliver outstanding client experiences at every interaction and execute on plans to continuously build the client experience, in line with CWB’s brand promise. Provide full-service solutions for clients with the view to be every client’s primary financial partner.

• Credit underwriting: As an experienced credit underwriter, you will partner with Senior Commercial Relationship Managers to support the branch strategy and client experience through effective and timely credit underwriting for new and existing borrowing clients with average loan volumes greater than $2MM. You will manage risks and day-to-day client relationships for medium to large commercial clients.

• Risk management: You will utilize your risk management skills to ensure appropriate measures are put into place and risk assessment protocols and structures are implemented, while balancing risk and reward in line with CWB’s risk appetite. You respect and comply with all policy/procedures, regulatory and reporting requirements.

• Mentorship and coach: The two are synonymous. You have a proven ability to influence those in your sphere with knowledge and experience positively. You are engaged and present for every coaching opportunity to elevate those around you.

• Learning: Although you’ve developed a strong credit foundation, you are always identifying trends and growing your knowledge to achieve ultimate success and strong results for you and your team.

 

Foundational knowledge and experience to grow from

Financial and marketing knowledge of local markets and national economies built on a foundation of formal education (business degree) and real-life experience (5+ years of financial services experience in risk management, banking with 3 years in business lending)– preferably in equipment financing and leasing). If you are either on the path to get CFA, CPA, CGA, CMA, or CA or have the willingness to obtain those letters - that will set you apart. Exceptional credit adjudication experience supported by honed skills in financial statement analysis and deep knowledge base of effective risk mitigation strategies for credit underwriting with a knowledge of collateral security and documentation requirements.

 

Capabilities that will take you further.

• Financial expertise. You have garnered credit underwriting experience that has allowed you to plan, execute and mitigate risk on a portfolio of clients. You have solid comprehension of equipment financing and leasing and a general understanding of collateral security and documentation requirements.

• Proactive nature. Although you pride yourself in being detail oriented and can see well into the weeds of problems, it is your knack for anticipating needs, opportunities, and solutions that sets you apart from your peers.

• Effective communication.  You can communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.  You have refined your negotiation, facilitation, influencing and conflict mitigation skills. While it's not a must, being fluent in French could add a little "je ne sais quoi" to your success in this role!

• Technologically proficient. You are adept at learning new software that you will use on a day-to-day basis. You have mastered MS Office, especially Excel and a good working knowledge of Temenos/T24 and WAVE is an asset.

 

Why work with us?

Proudly recognized by Great Place to Work® in 2024 as one of Canada’s top 50 Best Workplaces & member of Waterstone Human Capital’s Most Admired Corporate CulturesTM Hall of Fame.

 

Wellness matters. We offer an award-winning benefits package that includes:

• Hybrid work environments

• Everyday flexibility

• Generous company-funded health coverage

• Health care spending account

• A flexible wellness program

• generous time-away options to unplug, rest & recover

Career development. We commit to our employees’ development and help them reach their professional goals with:

• Organization wide coaching services

• Mentorship

• Education support & training programs

Bring your whole self to work. Inclusion is a journey requiring practice & experience to result in a powerful outcome. Your perspective matters & voice will be heard. Find community within the CWB family in our employee represented groups.

 

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CWB Financial Group is a diversified financial services organization providing specialized service in business and personal banking, equipment financing and leasing, trust and wealth management across Canada. With more than 2,500 employees in companies with offices and branches across the country, were helping our clients manage their money, grow their business and realize their financial potential. If youre interested in sales, support or leadership role with a growing, award-winning organization, chances are we have a challenging and rewarding opportunity of interest to you.