Full-Time

Lead Credit Analyst

Personal Borrowing

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Monzo

Monzo

1,001-5,000 employees

Digital-only banking platform for personal finance

Fintech
Financial Services

Compensation Overview

£70k - £90kAnnually

+ Stock Options

Senior

H1B Sponsorship Available

London, UK + 2 more

More locations: Cardiff, UK | Remote in UK

Role can be performed in Cardiff, London, or remotely within the UK.

Category
Risk Management
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Python
SQL
Looker
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • extensive experience in unsecured retail lending (e.g. personal loans, credit cards, overdrafts, buy now pay later etc.)
  • deep understanding of how the unsecured retail lending market works including the impact of pricing dynamics on portfolio performance
  • deep understanding of lending economics and have experience developing and deploying underwriting strategies and credit models
  • strong analytical and data capabilities, backed up by technical coding skills. SQL is a must-have, Python and Looker experience is a plus
  • strong understanding of the regulations that apply to lending in the UK
  • thrive in a fast-paced environment and are keen for the chance to improve our products and help ship changes to our customers
  • strong communicator, able to cut through complex problems and articulate decision points, particularly to senior leadership
  • experience in project management and coordination across teams
  • work well collaborating in a team with diverse skill-sets and personality types
  • highly motivated and energised by the idea of bringing positive impact to our customers and Monzo
Responsibilities
  • Leading initiatives to improve our credit underwriting, boost growth and/or manage portfolio risk
  • Supporting the design and roll-out of new lending strategies by finding patterns in the data and translating these into insights
  • Monitoring the performance of our existing strategies, and iterating to improve them
  • Collaborating with people from engineering, marketing, product, risk and control to design and deliver product changes
  • Developing our credit control and portfolio management frameworks to support our growing portfolios
  • Developing, maintaining and refining our credit models to assess net present value of new lending cohorts to drive strategic business decisions
  • Building, maintaining and owning the database tables and dashboards that provide insights and promote rapid, data-driven decisions
  • Supporting the design and roll-out of new products and customer journeys
  • Assessing how the lending portfolio of particular products will perform over time
  • Mentoring and up-skilling more junior members of the team

Monzo operates as a digital-only banking platform focused on providing a modern and convenient way for individuals to manage their finances. Its primary product is a user-friendly mobile app that enables customers to track their income, spending, and savings easily. The app includes features that help users save money, such as automatically setting aside a portion of their paycheck or rounding up payments to the nearest dollar. Monzo generates revenue through interest on customer deposits, fees for certain services, and interchange fees from card transactions. Additionally, it offers overdrafts and personal loans as part of its services. What sets Monzo apart from traditional banks is its real-time balance updates and instant spending notifications, which help customers stay informed about their finances. With over 8 million customers, Monzo aims to meet the growing demand for accessible, mobile-first banking solutions.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$1.9B

Headquarters

London, United Kingdom

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

23%

2 year growth

62%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Monzo's expansion into Europe could significantly increase its customer base and revenue.
  • The 'Team' plan addresses pain points for small businesses, attracting more business customers.
  • Monzo's first full year of profitability indicates strong financial health and growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • Monzo's breach of UK banking regulations could damage its reputation and customer trust.
  • Regulatory challenges in Europe could delay Monzo's expansion plans.
  • Monzo's reliance on digital platforms makes it vulnerable to technological disruptions.

What makes Monzo unique

  • Monzo offers real-time updates and instant notifications for transactions.
  • Monzo's 'Pots' feature allows users to set aside money for specific purposes.
  • Monzo Plus provides premium features like custom card designs and travel insurance.

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Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working hours

Work from home

Stock options

32 days of paid vacation and public holidays per year

Health insurance

EAP

Learning budget

Home office stipend

Paid parental leave