Senior Credit Risk Analyst

Senior Credit Analyst | Standalone role with autonomyGlobal agribusiness | Melbourne-based | Hybrid workingExposure to complex commodity, counterparty & credit riskThe OpportunityOur client is a large, globally integrated agribusiness operating across major production and consumption markets worldwide. Following a recent global integration, the organisation now operates at significant scale, with an expanded international footprint and a highly sophisticated trading and risk environment.This newly created Senior Credit Analyst position is a standalone role based in Melbourne, responsible for independently assessing, approving and monitoring counterparty credit risk across the Australian business. You will operate as the local credit risk subject matter expert, partnering closely with commercial, trading and global risk stakeholders.The role sits within a global enterprise risk framework, offering exposure to high-value counterparties, complex trading structures and material credit risk decision-making.The ChallengeReporting to the Credit Manager APAC, your responsibilities will include:Independent credit assessment and approval of counterparties including customers, suppliers, growers and warehousesApproving credit and trading limits within delegated authority, and preparing submissions for escalation where requiredConducting annual counterparty reviews and ongoing credit monitoringIdentifying and implementing risk mitigation strategies for higher-risk exposuresMonitoring counterparty exposures, limit breaches, overdue balances and contract execution riskProducing and enhancing weekly and monthly credit exposure reporting (AR, open contracts, MTM, warehouse exposure)Partnering with commercial and trading teams to support business growth while maintaining robust credit disciplineMonitoring default risk indicators and external market intelligenceMaintaining credit limits, databases and master data within SAPThe ExpertisePlease consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:Strong background in credit risk, ideally within commodity trading, agribusiness, banking or insuranceExperience operating in a senior or standalone credit role with delegated authorityProven ability to assess complex counterparties and high-value trading exposuresAdvanced Excel capability and strong analytical skillsetExperience working with SAP or large ERP environmentsConfident communicator, able to partner effectively with commercial and trading stakeholdersTertiary qualification in accounting, finance, economics or a related disciplineThe Next StepIf this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration, or a copy of the position description, please call Lucas Hudson for a confidential discussion on 0436 393 285, alternatively please apply per the link below.About ThompsonCookAt ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:Chief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax & Audit LeadersFinance Managers & Financial ControllersFinancial & Management AccountantsAccounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, PayrollWe support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.ThompsonCook | We Only Do Accounting | Focused on Melbourne and Sydney