Senior Analyst – FI Credit Risk

Job description / Role

QNB Group, the World's Strongest Bank and the leading bank in the Middle East and North Africa, is seeking for a Senior Analyst FI Credit Risk  for the further expansion of the office in Doha, Qatar.
QNB has witnessed rapid domestic and international expansion over the past few years with 2013 Net Profit of US$2.6 billion and a growth rate of 13.7%.
QNB Group operates through its subsidiaries and associate companies in 26 countries providing a comprehensive range of advanced products and services. The total number of staff is almost 13,600 operating from over 590 locations.

The role is primarily responsible for assisting the Head of FI and Corporate Risk in managing the daily FI risk issues for QNB Group, assessing financial standing of new counterparties, as well as banks to which a credit line is granted.

You will review all critical information about countries and Financial Institutions on a periodical basis and/or whenever a change occurs in the macro or micro environment that might affect QNB exposure
You will analyze financial statements / rating agency reports pertaining to Financial Institutions in the emerging economies.
You will be responsible for credit recommendations (increasing / decreasing lines of credit etc.) of selected local, regional, and international banks and other specialized financial institutions
You will continuously scan/monitor reports from external rating agencies to identify significant upgrading/downgrading of financial institutions and determine the impact of the same upon existing Financial Institutions' relationships
You will ensure that documentation, credit reviews are in place and performed in a timely manner in line with QNB applicable procedures

Requirements

The successful candidate will have at least 3 years experience in the banking industry, preferably with local / Gulf experience in the same Corporate FI Credit. He/she will hold a Bachelors in Accounting/ Finance degree (MBA preferred), in addition to significant exposure on Financial Statement Analysis.
In addition, the successful candidate will possess a good knowledge of the FI / Corporate banking business, its products and related risks together with a good knowledge of operations and control.

About the Company

QNB Group is the biggest bank in Qatar, and a leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa is hiring.

QNB Group’s presence through its subsidiaries and associate companies now extends to more than 30 countries across 3 continents, providing a comprehensive range of products and services. The total number of staff is more than 28,000 operating from over 1200 locations.

QNB will assist you to take charge of your career with rich and varied opportunities to experience different parts of our global business and develop a valuable portfolio of skills and knowledge.