Fund Finance Candidates for Funds & Asset Management - Analyst / Senior Analyst - New York

$75,000 - $95,000/Yr

Fitch Ratings - New York, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

New York, NY

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Analyst/Senior Analyst position in Fitch Ratings' Funds & Asset Management group involves analyzing credit quality factors of various funds and structured transactions. The role includes leading due diligence meetings, developing methodologies for fund ratings, authoring research, and mentoring team members. This position is critical in providing insights and recommendations that influence decision-making in the asset management sector.

Responsibilities

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative factors influencing the credit quality of funds and structured transactions, including portfolio analysis
• Lead on-site due diligence review meetings with fund managers
• Develop new methodologies for rating funds and structures based on market demand
• Author research on relevant trends affecting the sectors the group covers
• Review legal documentation for transactions, including indentures, prospectuses, etc.
• Develop financial models and databases
• Present rating recommendations to committees
• Mentor, develop, and direct the group's team members
• Participate in industry events and interact with investors, bankers, fund managers, and other market participants

Requirements

• 1-3 years of experience in finance, with exposure to funds or structured finance transactions a plus
• Sound academic track record to at least a bachelor's degree level, preferably in finance, economics, statistics, accounting, or computer science
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with fund finance, including subscription facilities or NAV facilities
• Knowledge of SQL, VBA, and/or other programming languages
• Demonstrated track record of initiative and achievement

Benefits

• Competitive salary between $75,000 and $95,000
• Commission earnings
• Discretionary bonuses
• Long-term incentives
• Other benefits sponsored by Fitch