Fitch Ratings Global Leverage Finance Research is currently seeking an Associate Director based out of our London, UK office.
The Global Leveraged Finance Research Group is responsible for producing a portfolio of research across the US and European Leveraged Finance Markets. This includes research on defaults and distress, credit performance focused quarterly reports and ad hoc commentary that speaks to timely and noteworthy trends in the market.
What We Offer:
This is a highly visible position within the newly created Global Leveraged Finance Team, with significant exposure to senior management in the US and Europe.
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Competitive salary
Great benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and a hybrid work model.
We’ll Count on You To:
Support senior members of the Leveraged Finance team in the publication of flagship research
Be able to write effectively on analytical topics related to distressed debt and defaults, as well as general market developments
Preparing market updates and presentation materials
Conduct occasional analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing credit quality of companies in the Leverage Finance sector; occasional presentation of such analysis to internal credit rating committees
Maintain ongoing communications with the development team to ensure robust leverage finance data infrastructure
Conduct and/or present at external meetings, conferences, and/or investor roundtables
Participate in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates, as well as other related credit groups.
What You Need to Have:
Bachelor's degree at minimum, CFA a plus but not required
Relevant experience, including some coverage or knowledge of the Leveraged Finance market
Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint and Word; knowledge of Access a plus
Computer programming skills a plus (Python, SQL)
Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills
Ability to take responsibility and ownership of projects and run them independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change
Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment
Ability to guide and mentor junior members of the team
What Would Make You Stand Out:
Has a professional background in capital markets and/or credit analysis and well-developed financial statement analysis skills
Has a demonstrated understanding of and a keen interest in Leverage Finance, distressed debt, restructuring and/or bankruptcy analysis
Has solid understanding of corporate finance and individual issuer credit analysis
Has strong process and project management skills
Is able to act as a point person between the tech development team, CPG, Enhanced Analytics, analytical sector teams and other members of the Lev Finance team
Has quantitative and database management expertise
Has strong quantitative skills and ability to efficiently work with vast sets of data
Has strong writing skills
Wants to deepen their exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets;
Has strong communication skills displayed by a pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization.
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.
Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority.
We are building incredible things at Fitch and we invite you to join us on our journey.
Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise. The additional context, perspective and insights we provide have helped fund a century of growth and enables our clients to make important credit judgements with confidence.
