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Structured Finance - Credit Analyst, Associate Director - Structured Credit & CL

Fitch Ratings, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


Structured Finance - Credit Analyst, Associate Director - Structured Credit & CLOs - Chicago

Requisition ID: 47460 Business Unit: Fitch Ratings Category: Credit Analysis & Research Location: Chicago, IL, US At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees are able to exchange ideas and perspectives, throughout the organization, irrespective of their 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. Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us to keep a balanced perspective. Fitch is also committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion. What We Offer: A collaborative, team-oriented work environment where excellent communication skills are essential. An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency. A role that aids debt capital markets in making more informed decisions through timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research. We’ll Count on You To: Analyze ratings on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) using proprietary models. Prepare and present rating conclusions to a credit committee. Draft rating action commentary reports to communicate rating decisions to market participants. Serve as a credit committee member for rating assignments within the Structured Credit sector. Contribute to recurring and special research publications. What You Need to Have: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline (finance, accounting, economics, etc.). At least 4 years of experience in the financial industry, preferably related to CLOs or Structured Finance. Strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail. High level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management. Ability to communicate complex subjects accurately and succinctly. Interest in capital markets and structured finance. Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of programming languages is a plus but not required. What Would Make You Stand Out: Critical thinking and meticulous attention to detail. Strong sense of personal responsibility and initiative. Ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely. Open-mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpoints. Keen interest in structured finance and CLOs. Why Fitch? At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone. 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. FOR NEW YORK AND CALIFORNIA ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $95,000 and $125,000. 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.

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