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US Corporates - Analyst, Industrials & Transportation - Chicago
Fitch Ratings - Chicago, IL
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The US Corporates - Analyst, Industrials & Transportation position at Fitch Ratings involves performing credit analysis for the Industrials and Transportation sectors. The role requires a combination of quantitative and qualitative analysis to support credit rating recommendations and involves working closely with experienced sector analysts. The position emphasizes teamwork, communication, and a results-oriented mindset, with opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
Responsibilities
- Perform quantitative analysis including comprehensive financial statement forecasting, comparable analysis, and bankruptcy evaluation.
- Perform qualitative analysis focused on business models, competitive strengths, management strategy, industry analysis, and regulatory considerations.
- Assist lead analysts in developing credit rating recommendations through extensive research and financial modeling support.
- Monitor and proactively assess a small portfolio of companies, presenting analysis and opinion recommendations to credit committees.
- Maintain Fitch's financial database.
- Participate in meetings with Industrial and Transportation industry executive-level management teams to strengthen understanding of their business and industry.
- Support and contribute to research publications for the team and Fitch's Leveraged Finance initiative.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree at minimum; MBA or other advanced degree is a plus.
- CFA candidate preferred; CFA/CPA is a plus.
- 1-2+ years relevant experience, with some coverage or knowledge of the Industrials and Transportation sectors being a plus.
- Advanced English level (verbal and written).
- Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience is a plus.
- Strong understanding of Excel and Word.
- Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change.
- Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.
Nice-to-haves
- Knowledge of and/or keen interest in the Industrials and Transportation sectors, including Aerospace & Defense, Diversified Manufacturing, Capital Goods, Autos and suppliers, Airlines, Logistics, and General Industrials.
- Professional background in capital markets, credit, financial and/or strategic analysis, with a solid understanding of financial statements.
- Desire to deepen exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets.
- Strong team player with the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders.
- Career objective of developing a reputation as a credit expert and industry authority.
- Enjoys critical thinking, including developing and sharing well-reasoned opinions.
Benefits
- Hybrid work environment
- Career advancement opportunities
- Professional development programs
- Inclusive workplace culture
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) for support and networking
