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US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Leveraged Finance - Chicago

Requisition ID : 47058

Business Unit : Fitch Ratings

Category : Credit Analysis & Research

Location : Chicago, IL, US

Date Posted : Sep 5, 2024

At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees are able to exchange ideas and perspectives, throughout the organization, irrespective of their seniority. Your voice will be heard allowing you to have a real impact. We embrace diversity and appreciate authenticity encouraging an environment where employees can be their true selves.

US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Leveraged Finance

Fitch is seeking a Director for a legal research role within its U.S. Corporates Group. The candidate will work directly with the Head of U.S. Leveraged Finance. The ideal candidate will have legal background and strong analytical skills. Deep understanding of loan and bond documentation and legal structures is key.

What We Offer :

Fitch is a team-oriented work environment, so excellent communication skills are essential, as is a high productivity work-ethic and results oriented mindset.
An opportunity to lead high visibility research and analysis at a global rating agency.
A role and platform that helps the debt capital markets make more informed decisions via timely, insightful and forward-looking rating actions and research.

We’ll Count on You To :

Author insightful research on topics such as covenant structures, impact of documentation on credit profiles and creditor recoveries, as well as general trends in legal documentation related to corporate debt.

Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing credit quality for individual entities.

Communicate analysis to external audiences (primarily institutional investors, sell-side analysts and media) in meetings, conference calls, press releases and written research reports.

Conduct and / or participate in meetings with Leverage Finance industry management teams.

Convey the value proposition of Fitch Leveraged Finance research to investors.

Participate in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates, as well as other related credit groups.

Supervise and mentor junior staff on a project-by-project basis to efficiently grow the research portfolio.

You Need to Have :

Experience practicing law at a law firm.

5-10 years relevant experience, preferably in capital markets / leveraged finance.

Superior analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as ability to work well within a team.

Strong motivation to lead and write research reports.

Flexibility and adaptability as priorities change.

Expertise in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

What Would Make You Stand Out :

Meaningful practicing experience at a law firm.

Deep understanding of and a keen interest in analyzing capital structures.

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.

Why Fitch?

Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses : Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning.

Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest.

FOR NEW YORK ROLES ONLY : Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $140,000 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.

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Salary : $140,000 - $180,000

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