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Credit Risk Analyst


Company : Brakes


Location : Ashford, South East


Created : 2025-08-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionCredit Risk AnalystApply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.We are currently recruiting for a Credit Risk Analyst to join the Credit Management department in our Ashford office. The role will focus on analysing customer credit applications and performing credit limit reviews daily. You will also liaise with the New Business Team to adopt the most efficient and appropriate way of creating new accounts.This role is offering flexible hybrid working with 2 days based in our Ashford, Kent office for team collaboration and meetings, so you must be with in a commutable distance.Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities:Undertaking Risk Assessment Analysis; obtaining credit reports from Credit Safe assessing customer trade history & ensuring credit is granted in accordance with our risk criteria.Reviewing customer accounts & making credit limit/term recommendations to the Management TeamOngoing maintenance of customer credit limits and payment termsMitigating potential risks and escalating red flags to key stakeholdersMonitoring risk trends on behalf of management and sales personnelMeeting of departmental SLA's & KPIs.Effective & professional handling of customer queriesMaintain good customer relations, internal and external, embracing the company values.Other Ad Hoc duties as requested by Management to support the Credit Management DepartmentYou:The ideal candidate will enjoy working as part of a team and have gained exceptional customer service skills in previous roles and be IT Literate in MS Office packages, (SAP experience would be preferred). You will have excellent typing skills and a work to a high level of accuracy when interpreting credit reports. Having an understanding of how to read company accounts/balance sheets is desirable but training will be given to the successful candidate.Please note that as part of our application process, you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment.What youll get:A competitive salaryHuge discount on all sorts of lovely food and award-winning productsGenerous holiday allowance, with option to purchase moreRecognition awards and IncentivesPensionReal career opportunities - being part of Sysco, the worlds leading foodservice business, opens up a world of possibility