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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Overview

Open roles41
Top employerFitch
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring21
Work type74% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Credit Card Risk Strategy Analyst
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Credit Card Risk Strategy Analyst
Huntington Bank
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Compensation & Benefits
Human Resources
Human Resources (HR) — Generalist
$102k - $208k/yr
Remote (US)
Doctoral degree in statistics
10,000+

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Credit Monitoring Analyst II
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Credit Monitoring Analyst II
Busey Bank
Burr Ridge, Illinois
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$69k - $96k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
1,001-5,000

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Credit Analyst
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Credit Analyst
Coveted Financial Services
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analyst
Customer Service
Customer Support
$45 - $55/hr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Senior Analyst, Private Corporate Credit
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Senior Analyst, Private Corporate Credit
Morningstar
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
$92k - $116k.66/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in finance
5,001-10,000

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Junior Credit Analyst
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Junior Credit Analyst
Levata
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
Associate's degree in accounting

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Credit Analyst Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lisle
2 jobs
Barry
1 job
Carmi
1 job
Gurnee
1 job
Moline
1 job
Peoria
1 job
Harvard
1 job
Mattoon
1 job

Credit Analyst Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Fitch4 open roles
First Mid3 open roles
Fitch Ratings2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software

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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