Structured Finance - Structured Credit & CLOs, Associate Director (New York)

About the role

Fitch Ratings is seeking an Associate Director to join its Structured Credit & CLOs group in their New York office. The ideal candidate will analyze ratings on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) using proprietary models, prepare and present rating conclusions to a credit committee, draft rating action commentary reports, and contribute to recurring and special research publications.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Contribute to recurring and special research publications

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline (finance, accounting, economics, etc.)
• At least four years of experience in the financial industry, with a preference for experience 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

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Personal responsibility and initiative
• Clear communication of complex subjects
• Open-mindedness and understanding of alternative viewpoints
• Interest in structured finance and CLOs

Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Effective communication
• Understanding of structured finance concepts

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location.
• Evaluation of Securities Holdings: Employees must declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment.

Pay

Expected base pay rates for the role are between $110,000 and $145,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related considerations. Base pay is one component of Fitch’s total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch, depending on the position.

Schedule

Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location.