Credit Analyst for Financial Institutions and Non-Bank Financial Institutions (m/f/d)*

Go beyond and create global impact: At Munich Re, we're proud to be one of the world's leading providers of reinsurance, primary insurance, and insurance-related risk solutions. Our group is made up of the reinsurance and ERGO business segments, along with our asset management company, MEAG. We operate globally and are active in all lines of the insurance business.

Since our founding in 1880, we've built a reputation for unrivalled risk-related expertise and a solid financial foundation. We use our strengths to support our clients' business goals and drive technological progress. We're also at the forefront of developing coverage for emerging risks, from rocket launches and renewable energy to cyber threats and artificial intelligence.

With around 44,000 people worldwide, our group's corporate culture is defined by performance, mutual respect, and trust. All this makes us an attractive employer providing global career development opportunities and prospects.

Munich Re is writing business mainly with global banks by insuring credit risks originated by the banks - either on single risk basis (Global Credit Solutions - GCS) or on the basis of structured portfolio transactions (Structured Portfolio Solutions - SPS). Your role as Credit Analyst (Risk Underwriter) is to support the teams by conducting risk analyses of financial institutions and sovereigns, from emerging markets in particular, as well as assessing complex financing transactions in the field of export trade finance, and making the necessary preparations for independent credit decisions in conjunction with the Client Relationship & Risk Manager (CRRM).

Your Job

• Analysis of creditworthiness of banks and non-bank financial institutions as well as evaluation of complex financing structures in the field of trade finance
• Determination of maximum risk appetite for individual banks and banking sectors on country-level
• Assessment of country risks in the context of financing transactions of sovereigns
• Prepare internal credit applications, making informed recommendations and providing internal stakeholders and clients with reasoned explanations for decisions
• Monitoring and steering the existing financial institutions portfolio with a global scope; identification of significant risks at an early stage and initiating appropriate risk measures
• Developing and enhancing existing tools and credit risk management systems
• Cooperate closely with a deal team as well as involvement in direct client contacts
• Participate in regular client meetings to discuss transactions, portfolio developments and relevant market and credit developments.
• Take initiative with regard to the examination and development of strategic growth initiatives and new business opportunities
• Support efforts to enhance existing tools, credit risk management systems and processes

Your Profile

• University / Master degree, preferably in business or economics or with a scientific focus; additional qualifications such as CFA or equivalent are a strong advantage
• At least 7 years' professional experience in the credit analysis of banks and non-bank financial institutions (preferably in emerging markets)
• Relevant product knowledge in trade finance and general financing transactions of banks and NBFIs
• Good knowledge of sovereign risk analysis
• In-depth knowledge of credit risk management in banks, including development finance/multilateral institutions, and keen interest in economic, political, and regulatory topics
• Excellent analytical skills combined with a pronounced risk awareness and sense of responsibility, independent and result-oriented working style, ability to justify decisions in a clear and comprehensible manner
• Proficient use of MS-Office (especially Excel and Power BI) and interest in AI supported analysis
• Strong team player and confident demeanour, able to contribute in a dynamic and collaborative environment
• Very good written and verbal command of English; additional business-relevant language skills are an advantage

Application Instructions

Please apply through our online portal and upload your CV, as well as your academic reference letters, including school certificates, graduation certificates and transcripts of record for any degrees. If applicable, please also submit reference letters from any previous employers or certificates from any other qualifications you may have. We recommend writing a cover letter to tell us more about why the position and Munich Re is of interest to you.

About us

As the world's leading reinsurance company with more than 16,000 employees at over 50 locations, Munich Re introduces a paradigm shift in the way you think about insurance. By turning uncertainty into a manageable risk we enable fundamental change. Join us working on topics today that will concern society tomorrow, whether that be climate change, major construction projects, medical risk assessment or even space travel.

Together we embrace a culture where multiskilled teams dare to think big. We create the new and the different for our clients and cultivate innovation.

Sounds like you? Push boundaries with us and be part of Munich Re.

Our employees are our greatest strength. That's why we offer them a wide range of benefits. You can find some examples below.

Unlock your potential

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: we embrace the power of differences and are convinced that diversity fosters innovation and resilience and enables us to act braver and better.
• Continuous Learning: we believe that continuous learning is a key differentiator and critical for building new skills and accelerating growth.
• Career Mobility: we actively support career mobility, and our strong global and regional presence offers a wealth of career growth opportunities for you.

Rewards & Recognition

• Competitive salary: appropriate compensation for your high level of commitment.
• Retirement provision: state of the art in-house pension solutions.
• Work-life balance: promoting the compatibility of family and work in addition to overall work-life balance.
• Health management: focus on your physical and mental health far beyond legal requirements.
• Hybrid working: living the best of both worlds - we offer you a very flexible approach as well as the opportunity to work from abroad on an occasional basis.
• Munich Re not only stands for fairness with regard to its clients; it is also an equal opportunities employer. Severely disabled candidates will also be prioritized, if equally qualified.

Münchener Rückversicherungs-Gesellschaft

Leonie Johnson

Talent Acquisition Partner