Structured Finance - Enhanced Analytics, Associate Director - New York

 

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking an Associate Director based out of our New York office.  

 

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. For over 100 years, Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise, which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products. 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.

At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets, as quality credit analysis is the lifeblood of our organization. With a legacy of over a century, our unique approach to credit ratings offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Embracing a “challenger mindset,” you'll join a team dedicated to innovating service to our clients. Our people-driven analysis thrives on collaboration across all levels and locations, surpassing traditional financial modeling. Lastly, as part of our global community, you'll find inspiration, challenge, and support, with ample opportunities for visibility and influence in the global financial marketplace.

 

Want to learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch Ratings? Visit: https://careers.fitch.group/content/Credit-Analysts/

 

About the Team

Fitch Ratings' Enhanced Analytics (EA) teams have the common mission to strategically deliver non-coverage analytical initiatives.  The Global Structured Finance EA team works closely with all global SF and Covered Bonds teams and is responsible for cross-region and cross-sector rating criteria, research, training and reporting.

 

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

The responsibilities of this criteria-focused role include:

• Help coordinate global ratings criteria initiatives
• Support more senior criteria-focused analysts within the SF EA team
• Collaborate with rating analysts and Fitch’s Criteria Review and Approval Group to enhance our rating criteria development and management.
• Improve the clarity and consistency of more than 50 existing structured finance criteria
• Provide research and analytical support for proposed revisions and new criteria development.

 

You May be a Good Fit if:

• Candidates must have at least five years of credit ratings experience, preferably in Structured Finance
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills are required

 

What Would Make You Stand Out: 

• Experience with the development and internal approval of ratings criteria
• Data analysis and programming skills are a plus

 

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