A global leader in the Credit Analysis space are currently looking to make a senior hire into their Credit Policy Group. They are looking to bring in a Director level Credit Risk specialist to ensure quality and consistency across rating criteria for a range of portfolios. The incumbent will review and approve all of the rating criteria, assumptions and models presented by the analytical team. The role will be suitable for a Senior Credit Analyst who has a deep understanding of Credit Risk across a range of portfolios. Duties Analysis to assess rating activity at both a portfolio level and for individual credits. Steering groups in the development of criteria. Assess the application of criteria and quality of rating process. Review and approval of all rating criteria, assumptions and models presented by analytical teams. Review rating criteria across all geographies and asset classes. Pass on opinion and research to senior analytical team members and group heads. Role Requirements Detailed Credit knowledge with the ability to quickly pick up potential risks and rating drivers across a range of asset classes with a preference towards any of the following: Structured Finance Corporates Financial Institutions Ability to develop robust evidence-backed arguments to test criteria and make it as accurate and consistent as possible. Strong communication skills with experience dealing with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders. Deadline focussed to meet the strict deadlines of Criteria Reviews Undergraduate Degree in finance or other quantitative disciplines is essential. Advanced degrees or industry designations such as CFA, CPAs desirable Several years in credit analysis, banking or review required, for example in direct lending, credit analysis or in a bank credit review function. Prior criteria development skills are desirable Strong interpersonal skills The role is a great opportunity to have a lot of visibility across a leading global business and have a direct impact on the methodology of the firm's Credit Analysis.