US Corporates - Senior Analyst , Technology, Media & Telecom - Chicago

About the role

Fitch is seeking an Analyst for coverage of the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sector. The ideal candidate is someone who:

• has a keen interest in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology industries;
• has solid financial statement analysis skills;
• wants to deepen their exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets;
• has a strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Performing analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing the credit quality of companies in the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sectors;
• Maintaining comprehensive financial models;
• Participating alongside senior analysts in meetings with Telecommunications, Media, and Technology industry management teams;
• Helping senior analysts prepare presentations for internal credit rating committees;
• Participating in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates, as well as other related credit groups.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree;
• 3+ years of analytical experience
• CFA/CPA or CFA candidate preferred;
• relevant experience a plus, especially coverage or knowledge of the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sectors;
• capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus;
• Expertise in Excel and Word;
• 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.

Benefits

Base pay rates for the role will be between $85,000 and $110,000. 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.