US Corporates - Senior Analyst, Industrials & Transportation - Chicago

$80,000 - $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

The Senior Analyst for Industrials & Transportation at Fitch Ratings is responsible for conducting comprehensive credit analysis and providing insights into the financial health of companies within these sectors. This role involves both quantitative and qualitative assessments, including financial forecasting, industry analysis, and credit rating recommendations. 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.
• Conduct 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 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 a plus.
• CFA candidate preferred; CFA/CPA a plus.
• 3 years relevant experience, with some coverage or knowledge of the Industrials and Transportation sectors a plus.
• Advanced English level (verbal and written).
• Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience 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, plus 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 an industry authority.
• Enjoys critical thinking, including developing and sharing well-reasoned opinions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $80,000 - $100,000.
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment with Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
• Access to a global network of colleagues and diverse teams.