Associate Director, Senior Reporter

LevFin Insights is currently seeking a Senior Associate, Credit Markets Reporter based out of our New York City office.  

LevFin Insights is your go-to source for breaking news, data, and analysis in the global leveraged finance market. An integral part of CreditSights, we cover the debt capital markets, including leveraged loans, high yield, and CLOs. Our team offers in-depth coverage, from individual deal reporting to current market trends, enhanced by our strong industry relationships. Stay ahead with up-to-the-minute insights as we deliver news, data, and research on new deals, market trends, and more. Our unmatched data quality and comprehensive coverage ensure you have the tools to navigate the leveraged finance landscape effectively.

Working at LevFin Insights provides a dynamic and engaging setting where team members delve into leveraged finance markets. We promote a culture of excellence and ongoing learning, making it an ideal environment for professionals passionate about finance and market analysis. With a focus on innovation and integrity, we empower our team to make a significant impact in the financial services industry.

 

About the Team  

LFI provides leveraged loan and high-yield market commentary, data and analytics to customers in banking, capital markets, investment management and credit research. LFI is seeking a reporter to join a growing and dynamic team to fill out the high-yield bond beat, as well as liaise with leveraged loan, private credit and special situations reporters.

 

How You’ll Make an Impact: 

• Author 5–10 stories each day on new deals and trading situations.
• Summarize deal flow and market activity in daily report.
• Capture market trends and deliver synopsis in weekly and monthly reports.
• Coordinate with team for cross-asset coverage.
• Develop statistic-based stories from proprietary data.
• Build source list within leveraged finance community.
• Represent LFI at industry events and via personal meetings.
• Contribute to further growth of multi-media projects, including webinars and podcasts.

You May be a Good Fit if:

• 2+ years of experience reporting on financial markets preferred.
• A drive to break news in a fast-paced environment.
• Time management skill / ability to meet multiple deadlines.
• Attention to detail and proficiency, or at least familiarity, with financial data.
• Positive attitude towards cold-calling, source development.
• We will consider early-career candidates who need additional training, as well as senior level candidates with years of experience and high-level expertise.

What Would Make You Stand Out: 

• Source list in leveraged finance.
• Dexterity with spreadsheet/data analysis.
• Knowledge of M&A and private equity transactions.
• Knowledge of financial statements, SEC filings and legal documents.

 

Why Choose Fitch: 

• Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• A Culture of Learning & Mobilit