Job Details

Overview

At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees exchange ideas and perspectives throughout the organization, irrespective of 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. Fitch is committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion. Fitch's Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect employees with others within the organization to offer professional and personal support. Our aim is to create data and information that produces timely insights from every angle to influence decision making in a changing and highly competitive market.

There has never been a better time to make an impact, and we invite you to join us on this journey. Fitch Ratings is currently seeking an Associate Director based out of NYC, Chicago, Austin, San Francisco and Toronto offices. As one of the world's top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Fitch Ratings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis of infrastructure and project finance transactions.
• Gather and analyze quantitative and qualitative data and legal documents for the purpose of producing ratings and publishing credit reports.
• Meet with senior management of entities and/or project sponsors, investment bankers, and financial advisors to produce ratings and reports for general publication.
• Maintain a strong external network and profile to build Fitch's reputation for analytical excellence.

What You May Be a Good Fit If:

• 7 years of relevant experience in a capital markets and/or credit analysis role.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent modeling skills and thorough familiarity with spreadsheet-based financial models.
• Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Previous experience covering the infrastructure or project finance sectors, with exposure to digital or alternative infrastructure.
• Experience focusing on credit on the buy-side, sell-side, a credit department at a bank, or another rating agency.
• Master's degree in Finance, Business or Public Administration, or CFA.
• Strong presentation skills.

Why Choose Fitch:

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
• Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
• Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch's credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. For New York and Chicago roles only: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $115,000 and $135,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch's total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch. Fitch is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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