US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Middle Market/Private Debt Leveraged Finance - Chicago

About the role

Fitch US Corporates Group is currently seeking a Director within the Middle Market/Private Debt team based out of our New York/Chicago/Toronto office.

Responsibilities

• Further build out Fitch’s existing suite of research on Middle Market/Private Debt topics which targets Fitch’s external audience of institutional investors, private equity sponsors, private debt funds, CLO managers and credit hedge funds;
• Perform data analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing the Middle Market and credit profiles of borrowers in support of new research;
• Manage junior staff on a project-by-project basis to efficiently grow the research portfolio;
• Communicate with investors and sell-side counterparties to further explain research findings, grow Fitch’s brand awareness and generate ideas for new research topics in Middle Market/Private Credit/Direct Lending.

Requirements

• 5-10 years of relevant experience;
• Bachelor's degree required;
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel;
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change;
• Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment;
• Employee management experience a plus.

Qualifications

• CFA and/or MBA a plus;

What Would Make You Stand Out

• An objective-driven self-starter who is looking for a role with substantial entrepreneurial potential;
• A deep understanding of and a keen interest in Middle Market Lending and/or Private Credit;
• A background in capital markets and/or credit analysis and well-developed corporate finance skills;
• Experience executing on research projects – from idea generation through writing and presenting at industry events and in media;
• Outstanding interpersonal skills displayed by a strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization.

Pay

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $150,000 and $180,000. 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. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.

Schedule

Flexible work arrangements are available, including remote work options.