Fitch Ratings - New York, NY
posted 5 months ago
About the position
Fitch Ratings is seeking an Associate Director to join its Structured Credit group based out of our New York, NY office location. In this role, you will be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency, contributing to the analysis of ratings on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) using proprietary models. You will prepare and present rating conclusions to a credit committee, draft rating action commentary reports to communicate rating decisions to market participants, and serve as a credit committee member for rating assignments within the Structured Credit sector. Additionally, you will contribute to recurring and special research publications, providing timely insights that aid debt capital markets in making informed decisions through insightful and forward-looking rating actions and research. At Fitch, we foster a collaborative, team-oriented work environment where excellent communication skills are essential. We value diversity and appreciate authenticity, encouraging an environment where employees can be their true selves. Our commitment to supporting employees includes advancing conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that connect employees with similar backgrounds or life experiences. With our expertise, we are not only creating data and information but also producing insights that influence decision-making in a competitive market. Join us on this journey to make an impact in the world of structured finance and credit analysis.
Responsibilities
- Analyze ratings on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) using proprietary models.
- Prepare and present rating conclusions to a credit committee.
- Draft rating action commentary reports to communicate rating decisions to market participants.
- Serve as a credit committee member for rating assignments within the Structured Credit sector.
- Contribute to recurring and special research publications.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline (finance, accounting, economics, etc.).
- At least 4 years of experience in the financial industry, preferably related to CLOs or Structured Finance.
- Strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail.
- High level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management.
- Ability to communicate complex subjects accurately and succinctly.
- Interest in capital markets and structured finance.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of programming languages is a plus but not required.
Nice-to-haves
- Critical thinking and meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong sense of personal responsibility and initiative.
- Ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely.
- Open-mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpoints.
- Keen interest in structured finance and CLOs.
Benefits
- Competitive salary between $95,000 and $125,000 based on experience and qualifications.
- Commission earnings and discretionary bonuses.
- Long-term incentives and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.
