Credit Analyst
Overview
Credit analysts measure and analyse corporate credit risks, assessing the chances of borrowers failing to repay their loans.
Description
- Identify credit risk factors and how to reduce them.
- Analyse variables that affect a company’s collection of loans.
- Provide credit risk assessments for companies.
- Monitor, manage, and report macroeconomic events (like the global economic slowdown caused by COVID-19).
Entry requirements
- You'll need a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related fields.
- Be familiar with basic accounting, finance, and financial statement analysis. Knowledge of statistics, economics, and industry assessment are a bonus.
Salary
$3,700 – 5,100
/mo
Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.
Trivia
Credit analysts are in high demand, because they help identify potential risks and minimise losses – which is important for any business.
What to expect
You’ll make crucial decisions on purchases and interest rates, which may be demanding. To guide your strategy, you'll create financial models and evaluate investments.
Soft
skills
Attention to Detail
Able to examine documents and data carefully to ensure accuracy and spot potential risks.
Communication
Ability to explain credit card-related information clearly to colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
Innovative Problem-Solving
Able to creatively address credit card issues and other risks.
Data Analytics
Ability to analyse data and trends to assess whether clients will repay credit debts.
Advisory Skills
Able to provide informed, data-driven advice on decisions and risk strategies.
Proficiency in Financial Software
Ability to use software for financial modelling, risk assessment, and credit analysis.