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About the Role

Fitch Ratings is seeking a senior credit analyst with 10+ years of solid corporate credit rating experience in the industrials and transportation sectors. The primary responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to focus on the analysis, execution and rating of I&T transactions in the US and Canada. This role offers the ability to shape the strategic course for the I&T team, take a leadership role analyzing cutting-edge transactions, and be part of a growing credit team in the ever-evolving infrastructure space.

Responsibilities

Work on leading ratings analysis, execution and research on new and existing North American transactions.
Evaluate innovative credit structures and participate in global criteria development.
Identify relevant trends, assess their credit impact and highlight these trends in updated industry and market focused reports/presentations.
Gather and analyze quantitative and qualitative data and legal documents for the purpose of producing ratings, publishing credit reports, and contributing to special research reports.
Maintain a strong external network and profile that continues to build Fitch's reputation for analytical excellence by representing Fitch in a compelling and persuasive manner at industry conferences, webinars, issuer meetings/site visits and through media communication.
Develop and grow strong relationships with the other analytical groups at Fitch to ensure analytical consistency and efficient execution of transactions that involve multiple groups.
Mentor junior members of the I&T team.

Requirements

10+ years of solid North American corporate related experience in I&T including development of credit or underwriting approach.
Proven credit skills gained in a bank credit department, a rating agency, buy side credit department, etc.
Solid writing and verbal communication skills.
An open mind to think expansively about the opportunity and risk in the evolving infrastructure landscape.
Excellent modelling skills and thorough familiarity with spreadsheet-based financial models.
Ability to read and fully comprehend complex structures and to ask probing questions to issuers and their advisers.
Demonstrated ability to lead and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work to tight deadlines and display a strong degree of flexibility to take on additional responsibilities, as required.
Employee management experience.

Skills

Rating agency experience
Ratings advisory work
Deep understanding of and a keen interest in I&T related industries
Professional background in capital markets and/or credit analysis
Experience in interpreting complex legal documents such as bank agreements and bond indentures
Strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization
CFA
Master’s degree in Finance, Business or Public Administration

Location

New York
Chicago
Toronto

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior Director
10+ years

Education Level

Master's degree preferred

Benefits

Opportunity to take a leadership role analyzing some cutting-edge transactions.
Be part of a growing credit team in the ever-evolving infrastructure space.
A sector that is seeing significant investments resulting in a diversity of new and interesting credits on which to provide independent evaluations.
Experienced and collaborative team and opportunity to learn about wider infrastructure space.
Open culture where employees are able to exchange ideas and perspectives.

About the Company

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research.
Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch Ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise.
The additional context, perspective and insights we provide have helped fund a century of growth and enables our clients to make important credit judgments with confidence.
Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries.
Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

Equal Opportunity

Fitch Group 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.