Credit Analyst Jobs in Illinois
Credit Analyst jobs in Illinois are consistently active, with demand concentrated in commercial banking, corporate finance, insurance underwriting, and asset management, and openings at every level from entry-level associates through senior and portfolio management roles. Chicago anchors the market as one of the most competitive hiring environments in the Midwest, while Schaumburg and Rosemont draw steady activity from corporate headquarters and financial services firms relocating operations outside the city. Major employers with a lasting Illinois presence include BMO Harris Bank, Northern Trust, and Discover Financial Services, and the most sought-after specialties are commercial credit, structured finance, and consumer lending analytics. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Description:
The Credit Card Risk Strategy Analyst leads the development, implementation, and ongoing monitoring of quantitative credit strategies for Huntington’s consumer credit card acquisition programs. The role is responsible for account approval strategies, initial credit line assignment, and risk-based pricing strategies. This position also monitors the credit risk profile and performance of newly acquired accounts to ensure alignment with established portfolio loss and risk-adjusted return objectives.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing oversight of consumer credit card new account origination strategies, including segment-level performance reporting and change management.
- Design, execute, and evaluate policy experiments and A/B tests, translating analytical findings into actionable credit policy and strategy enhancements.
- Manage forecasting, monitoring, and reporting frameworks that provide timely visibility into credit risk performance and emerging portfolio trends.
- Partner cross-functionally with Credit Administration, Underwriting, Fraud, Model Risk Management, Product, and Legal/Compliance to advance business priorities and ensure alignment with risk and regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrated experience managing the full analytical lifecycle, including project development, execution, presentation, implementation, and post-implementation monitoring.
- Demonstrated understanding of credit card profit-and-loss (P&L) drivers and financial performance. Analyze data using SQL/SAS to review performance, conduct comprehensive analyses, propose strategy changes, and validate implementations.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelors degree
- 7+ years experience in analytics role in financial services. 5+ years experience with SQL/SAS
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA/MS or Ph.D in Statistics, Economics, Finance, or Business Analytics
- Experience with Tableau, Snowflake, or comparable data visualization tools, and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organization and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Strong analytical skills and thought process, with a high degree of attention to detail
- Ability to articulate problem solving methodology used to research and create solutions
- Ability to work on multiple projects at once, prioritizing within tight time constraints .
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Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) ( No = eligible for overtime pay)
Workplace Type:
OfficeOur Approach to Office Workplace Type
Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds: in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.
Compensation Range:
$102,000 - $208,000 Annual SalaryThe compensation range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and education. Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan. In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Note to Agency Recruiters: Huntington will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. All unsolicited resumes sent to any Huntington colleagues, directly or indirectly, will be considered Huntington property. Recruiting agencies must have a valid, written and fully executed Master Service Agreement and Statement of Work for consideration.
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in credit analyst jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or a related business field required
- Proficiency in financial statement analysis and credit risk assessment modeling
- Experience with commercial or consumer loan underwriting and portfolio review
- CFA, CPA, or Credit Risk Certification (CRC) credential preferred by Illinois employers
- Familiarity with Illinois regulatory banking standards and federal credit compliance guidelines
- Strong command of Excel, Moody's Analytics, or Bloomberg for credit evaluation workflows
Credit Analyst Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a credit analyst in Illinois?
A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or economics is the standard starting point for credit analyst roles in Illinois. The role does not require a state-issued Illinois license, but employers increasingly value the Chartered Financial Analyst designation, the Credit Risk Certification offered by the Risk Management Association, or a Certified Public Accountant credential. Illinois's major banks and insurance firms often treat these credentials as differentiators when reviewing otherwise similar candidates.
How much do credit analysts make in Illinois?
Credit analysts in Illinois earn a median of about $84,990 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,400 for the lowest 10% to over $172,180 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire credit analysts in Illinois?
Employers hiring credit analysts in Illinois right now include Fitch, First Mid, and Fitch Ratings, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's deep concentration of commercial banks, insurance carriers, and corporate treasury operations in and around Chicago means credit analyst demand remains spread across multiple large institutional employers throughout the year.
Which Illinois cities have the most credit analyst jobs?
Chicago, Lisle, and Barry have the most credit analyst openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it is home to major bank headquarters, regional Federal Reserve operations, and a large concentration of private equity and asset management firms, while suburban hubs like Schaumburg and Rosemont attract openings from corporate finance departments that have moved operations to the metro's northwest corridor.
Are there remote credit analyst jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than many finance roles, since credit analysis is largely a desk-based, document-intensive function. About 79% of credit analyst openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how readily the work translates to distributed teams. Roles focused on consumer credit scoring, portfolio monitoring, and financial model review are the most likely to offer full or partial remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a credit analyst in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a credit associate or loan review analyst position at one of Chicago's community banks or credit unions, where smaller teams offer faster hands-on exposure than large institutions. Northern Trust, BMO Harris Bank, and Discover Financial Services each run structured new-graduate development programs that rotate analysts through credit, risk, and lending functions. Moving laterally from an accounts receivable, financial analyst, or banking operations role with a strong Excel portfolio also opens doors at Illinois corporate treasury teams.
Where can I find and apply to credit analyst jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to credit analyst jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the employer through the listing without creating an account or going through a third party.
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