Structured Finance - Senior Credit Analyst - Structured Credit & CLOs - Chicago

$85,000 - $100,000/Yr

Fitch Ratings - Chicago, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Chicago, IL

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

About the position

Fitch Ratings is seeking a Senior Analyst to join its Structured Credit group based out of our Chicago, IL 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 contribute to recurring and special research publications. This position offers a collaborative, team-oriented work environment where excellent communication skills are essential. You will play a crucial role in aiding debt capital markets in making more informed decisions through timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research. At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees can exchange ideas and perspectives throughout the organization, irrespective of their seniority. Your voice will be heard, allowing you to have a real impact. We embrace diversity and appreciate authenticity, encouraging an environment where employees can be their true selves. Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us to maintain a balanced perspective. Fitch is also committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have been established by employees who have joined together as a workplace community based on similar backgrounds or life experiences. These ERGs are available to connect employees with others within the organization to offer professional and personal support. With our expertise, we are not only creating data and information but also producing timely insights from every angle to influence decision-making in this ever-changing and highly competitive market. We have a relentless hunger to innovate and unlock the power of human insights to drive value for our customers. There has never been a better time to make an impact, and we invite you to join us on this journey.

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.
• Contribute to recurring and special research publications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline (finance, accounting, economics, etc.).
• At least three years of experience in the financial industry, with a preference for experience 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 based on experience and qualifications.
• Discretionary bonuses and long-term incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement plans.