Trainee Risk Analyst

As a Trainee Risk Analyst, you will support DLL Ireland's Risk Division in assessing and managing risk across a diverse portfolio of small and medium ticket leasing businesses, as well as tailored asset finance solutions. Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will contribute to the delivery of global and local vendor programmes spanning a range of sectors, including Food & Agriculture, Construction, Transport, Office Technology, Commercial Finance, and Clean Tech & Energy Transition. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful global financial business and gain valuable career experience working in a dynamic and challenging financial environment. Following an extensive training period, the successful candidate will be expected to graduate to full Risk Analyst role within the credit team.

During your training period you will be rotated through all areas of Risk including Credit Assessment (both small ticket and large ticket), Commercial Finance and Portfolio Risk Management. Your initial focus will be in the area of Commercial Finance supporting our Dealer Stocking program.

Your misson:

• Preparing credit write ups as a sound basis for own decision-making or decision making by senior risk members.
• Detailed financial credit assessment of financial information and being comfortable with detailed written and verbal financial statement analysis.
• Working closely with internal sales teams to obtain required information on the deal and communicate decision.
• Working closely with internal Commercial Finance operations teams for Dealer Limit management / approvals.
• Occasionally attend dealer and end user meetings / calls to complete due diligence. This will be supported by a senior credit analyst.
• Supporting generation and development of portfolio reporting.

Skills and Capabilities Required

This role would be suitable for someone coming out of university who is personable, has an interest in the wider finance world & is keen to make a valuable contribution from the start, in a finance company with a global reach. The ideal candidate should exhibit or possess the following characteristics and experience:

• Strong financial analysis skills and the ability to analyse data, identify patterns and draw conclusions. Specifically regards profitability, cashflow analysis & balance sheet assessment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Organised and structured approach, whilst being comfortable working with short turnaround times.
• Friendly and approachable member who is able to network and help encourage enthusiasm in colleagues, customers and team members to reach a common goal.
• A team player who is willing to “go the extra mile” when required, via a flexible / adaptable approach to daily workload.

Education:

• Must be willing to work towards achieving APA in Loans within two years of appointment.
• A relevant 3rd level education in the field of business, finance or accounting is required.

Central Bank requirements for a Control Function (CF): 

• Fitness & Probity: Fitness and Probity Standards 2023 (centralbank.ie)
• Individual Accountability Framework: Guidance on the Individual Accountability Framework (centralbank.ie)
• Minimum Competency Code: Minimum Competency Code 2017 (centralbank.ie)

All members enjoy

• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working, including hybrid, designed to support you at every stage of life.

• Global and Inclusive Culture: A global and inclusive culture where your unique background and perspectives are valued.

• Two volunteering days: Two working days to contribute to charities and your community. 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, wellness, and financial programs, including mental health support, parental leave, and industry leading holiday package.

• Professional Growth: Access to training, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and career development programs tailored to your goals. 

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Choose Wellbeing

At DLL, we recognize that investing in member wellbeing is essential for creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. This not only promotes personal and professional growth but also boosts productivity, engagement, and overall success. We focus on the following:

• Supporting Members During Moments That Matter: We provide dedicated support resources to help you navigate significant events in your work, your lifestyle, and your personal moments.
• Implementing Global Wellbeing Programs: We carefully select and implement programs that enhance our member’s experience.
• Embedding Wellbeing in Everything We Do: We integrate wellbeing into all our practices and policies to ensure it is a fundamental part of our culture.

Good to know:

• Deadline for application: 16th August 2026  (occasionally we may need to close the application sooner if a high number of applications are received).

• The selection process may involve an assessment.

• Applications via email will not be reviewed. Please apply online via our career website. 

• DLL’s referral program applies.

• For more information, please contact Natalie Gray, Talent Acquisition Partner via natalie.gray@dllgroup.com

DLL is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and an inclusive work environment. 

We’re dedicated to ensuring our hiring process is accessible to all. If you require accommodation at any stage, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

Hiring is subject to successful completion of a background check.