Credit Analyst Jobs in Evanston, IL

A Credit Analyst in the banking industry evaluates and assesses the creditworthiness of potential customers, or organizations, to ascertain their ability to repay loans. They analyze financial data, including budget, income, and expenditure, and also evaluate credit histories. Credit Analysts use complex systems and software to assess and interpret financial data, so they can advise on the risk of offering credit. The role also involves preparing reports based on findings and presenting these to management.

Key skills a Credit Analyst should possess include strong analytical skills, good numerical skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to make well-judged decisions. The Certified Credit Professional (CCP) certification is highly desirable for this role. Prior job roles that can lead to a career as a Credit Analyst include Junior Credit Analyst, Loan Officer, or Financial Analyst, where the individual can gain the necessary experience in financial analysis and credit risk assessment.

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Risk Analyst, Markets Credit

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Created by Congress in 1932, FHLBank Chicago is one of 11 Federal Home Loan Banks, government sponsored in support of mortgage lending and community investment....

Equipment Finance Credit Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Prior to making the credit decision or advising the person(s) making the final credit decision, the Credit Analyst conducts a complete credit analysis including gathering, analyzing, and interpreting...

Senior Credit Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Senior Credit Analyst Location: IL - Chicago LPO What you'll do: As a Senior Credit Analyst you'll be primarily responsible to spread, manage and maintain financial background information...

Credit Analyst II - Renewable Energy

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Additionally, the Credit Analyst II will attend and support Portfolio Reviews as needed....

Credit Analyst, Byline Financial Group (Hybrid)

  • Bannockburn, IL (12 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bannockburn, IL (12 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago

The Credit Analyst prepares prospective and current client credit files for review and approval upon receipt of a credit request / application....

Credit Analyst, Associate Director - Non-Bank Financial Institutions

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago

At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets, as quality credit analysis is the lifeblood of our organization....

IT Risk and Compliance Analyst (ITIL, Project Management) -- Locals to NY/Chicago only

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Role: IT Risk and Compliance Analyst (ITIL, Project Management) Duration: Long Term Location: NY/ Chicago- 2 days Hybrid (Must be local to NY/NJ/IL) Must Haves Strong communication skills to all...

Senior Credit Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Additionally, the Senior Credit Analyst will attend and support Portfolio Reviews as needed....

IT Risk and Compliance Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 4 days ago

IT Risk and Compliance Analyst || Hybrid : Chicago IL OR New York NY Exp 7+ Must Haves Strong communication skills to all levels, with previous experience of writing reports for senior staff...

Credit Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Credit Analysis goes beyond crunching numbers and utilizing spreadsheets....

Credit Analyst

  • Waukegan, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Waukegan, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Credit Analysis goes beyond crunching numbers and utilizing spreadsheets....

Audit Director, Risk Management

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats right for our clients. At CIBC, we embrace your...

Risk & Control Analyst - Hybrid

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 12 days ago

In this role, you will evaluate and test the effectiveness of internal controls across various business operations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and risk...

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Sr. IT Risk & Compliance Analyst (ITGC)

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Collaborate with IT personnel to understand operational processes to identify process improvement opportunities, control gaps and provide control recommendations. Responsible for developing and...

Asset & Wealth Management, Fixed Income - Research Analyst, High Yield and Bank Loans / Global High Yield Credit Analyst, Vice President

  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Asset & Wealth Management Overview A career with Goldman Sachs Asset & Wealth Management is an opportunity to help clients across the globe realize their potential, while you discover your own. As...

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Credit Analyst Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Credit Risk and Credit Analysis
Gain a solid grounding in credit risk fundamentals with the tools and techniques required to perform a credit analysis. Taught by an instructor with decades of experience in lending and credit...
Introduction to Corporate Credit
In this course, we shall provide a vivid description of most of the aspects of Corporate Credit e.g. The different types of credit available globally, the procedures involved in providing such...
Risk Management and Credit Principles
Get introduced to risk management, credit principles, and business risk as they relate to a borrower. This course is Part 1 of the Credit and Credit Risk Analysis Professional Certificate program...

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Salary for Credit Analyst Jobs in Evanston, IL

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Highest Education Level

Credit Analysts in Evanston, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.1%
Master's Degree
24.3%
High School or GED
11.8%
Associate's Degree
9.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Credit Analysts in Evanston, IL
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
25.0%
None
25.0%
4-6 years
15.0%
Less than 1 year
5.0%



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