Associate Director - Fund Finance, Funds & Asset Management - New York

About the role

Fitch Ratings’ Funds & Asset Management group is currently seeking an Associate Director. This position supports coverage of various sub-sectors including private equity fund finance, securitizations, leveraged closed end funds (CEFs), money market funds (MMFs), bonds funds, exchange traded funds (ETFs), local government investment pools (LGIPs), and asset managers.

Responsibilities

• Analyze quantitative and qualitative factors influencing the credit quality of funds and structured transactions, including portfolio analysis
• Lead on-site due diligence review meetings with fund managers
• Develop new methodologies for rating funds and structures based on market demand
• Author research on relevant trends affecting the sectors the group covers
• Review legal documentation for transactions, including indentures, prospectuses, etc.
• Develop financial models and databases
• Present rating recommendations to committees
• Mentor, develop, and direct the group’s team members
• Participate in industry events and interact with investors, bankers, fund managers, and other market participants

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in finance, with exposure to funds or structured finance transactions a plus
• Sound academic track record to at least a bachelor’s degree level, preferably in finance, economics, statistics, accounting, or computer science
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

• Experience with fund finance, including subscription facilities or NAV facilities
• Knowledge of SQL, VBA, and/or other programming languages
• Demonstrated track record of initiative and achievement

Skills

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Proficiency in Excel and other relevant software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

At Fitch, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Parental leave
• Flexible time off
• A 401(k) plan with employee and company contributions
• Life, disability, and accident insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $115,000 and $135,000. 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.

Schedule

This is a full-time position.