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Junior Credit Risk Analyst Jobs in Foothill Ranch, CA

Quantum Electronic Payments

Risk Analyst

Anaheim, CA · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Review merchant applications to evaluate credit, financial, operational, and compliance risk ... Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to review information, identify ...

Flagstar Bank

Credit Products Analyst I

Newport Beach, CA · On-site

$47K - $79K/yr

Generate risk ratings and accompanying analyses. * Track and review covenant compliance and borrowing base reports. * Conduct annual and periodic portfolio reviews. * Perform ongoing credit due ...

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How much do junior credit risk analyst jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for junior credit risk analyst in Foothill Ranch, CA is $33.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.85 and $36.49 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a junior credit risk analyst?

A Junior Credit Risk Analyst is responsible for assessing the creditworthiness of individuals or businesses to minimize financial risk for a company. They analyze financial data, review credit reports, and assist in developing risk models. Their role supports senior analysts and risk managers in making informed lending decisions. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of financial principles are essential for success in this position.

What are common responsibilities and projects for a junior credit risk analyst?

As a Junior Credit Risk Analyst, your daily tasks may involve gathering and analyzing financial data, preparing credit risk reports, and monitoring the performance of loan portfolios. You’ll typically assist senior analysts with evaluating new credit applications, performing industry research, and contributing to risk modeling initiatives. Collaboration with other teams, such as loan officers or underwriting, is frequent to ensure a complete understanding of client profiles and risk factors. This hands-on experience with varied projects helps build a strong foundation in financial risk assessment and opens up opportunities for advancement to more senior roles in credit or risk management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the junior credit risk analyst position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Junior Credit Risk Analyst, you should possess strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, proficiency in financial analysis, and typically hold a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with risk assessment software, data visualization tools like Excel or Tableau, and knowledge of credit scoring systems are commonly required. Excellent communication skills, eagerness to learn, and effective teamwork set standout candidates apart. These skills are essential for accurately evaluating client risk, supporting informed lending decisions, and collaborating efficiently within a financial team.

What cities near Foothill Ranch, CA are hiring for Junior Credit Risk Analyst jobs?

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Risk Management - Lead Credit Officer - Vice President

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

Irvine, CA • On-site

$170 - $210/hr

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Re-posted 16 days ago

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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

Bring your expertise to JPMorgan Chase. As part of Risk Management and Compliance, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient. You help the firm grow its business in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks, and using your expert judgment to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers, and communities. Our culture in Risk Management and Compliance is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class.

As a Lead Credit Officer within the Credit Risk team, you will evaluate and identify risks and interpret data to support management in making well-informed credit decisions on multifamily commercial real estate loan requests. You will operate in a dynamic, high-volume, and fast-paced environment, analyzing loans ranging from $1 million to $25 million+. You will be part of a highly collaborative team that prioritizes learning, professional development, inclusivity, and mentorship.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Oversee all aspects of credit analysis on loans secured by multifamily and other types of commercial real estate
  • Evaluate and manage risks in complex transactions
  • Mentor for more junior Credit Analysts and Credit Officers
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with internal business stakeholders including sales, processing, closing, and legal
  • Apply relevant policies, standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements to all credit analysis activities
  • Apply data analysis techniques to interpret results and provide insights and recommendations to management
  • Serve as a technical expert in addressing inquiries and resolving system-related issues specific to credit risk analysis and management tools
  • Monitor industry trends and best practices in credit risk management to enhance decision-making and maintain a competitive edge
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:
  • Bachelor's degree in a business or finance concentration
  • 7 years of experience in commercial real estate lending, credit analysis, or loan workouts
  • Thorough understanding of multifamily real estate property valuations and cash flow analysis
  • Excellent financial analysis skills, including evaluating property cash flows, property valuation, and personal financial statements
  • Ability to manage competing priorities effectively in a collaborative, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize, plan, and manage people and processes to complete credit analysis and other assignments as needed
  • Familiarity with regional commercial real estate markets and municipal regulations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, with the ability to quickly adapt to proprietary systems
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:
  • Advanced degree in a related field or real estate coursework
  • Experience as a loan underwriter in commercial real estate or agency lending (e.g Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac)
  • Experience with proprietary credit risk management tools
  • Experience with large language model tools

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT: This position is subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. As such, an employment offer for this position is contingent on JPMorganChase's review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.

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