Financial Institutions - BDC Analyst (MD)

Position Title: Financial Institutions - BDC Analyst (MD)

Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Frederick, Maryland, United States

Summary/Overview

KBRA (Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC) is seeking an experienced Analyst to join its growing Financial Institutions team. This role will be focused on credit ratings and research primarily on non-bank institutions including business development companies (BDCs). The position will be based in KBRA’s Frederick, Maryland office.

Key Job Requirements

• Create and maintain excel spreadsheets while also working with KBRA’s AI team to build more efficient data gathering processes.
• Support the tracking and analysis the financial performance of rated financial institutions which includes in-depth analysis of financial statements and presentations from financial institutions and banks to develop rating recommendations.
• Aggregates and summarizes data that will be used in committee memos, detailed research reports, and analytical materials including quantitative and qualitative assessments to support rating decisions.
• Collaborate with team members to assist in the preparation of comprehensive industry reports.
• Assist in the preparation and attendance of management meetings with c-suite members.
• Assist in the monitoring of a portfolio of financial institutions to identify and assess significant developments.
• Provide support to the team in conjunction with preparing, editing, and publishing of press releases and reports as well as archiving key data related to the ratings process in accordance of regulatory and company policies.
  
  

Key Skills/Experience

• A bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Accounting, Economics, Finance or Business is desired
• 0-2 years of experience in an analytical role or internship.
• Strong proficiency in verbal and written communication, as well as advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a team in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, as well as take initiative and work independently.
• Organized and highly detail-oriented, accustomed to allocating time to double-check work.
• Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity is a plus.
• Naturally inquisitive and strong desire to develop analytical skills.
  
  

Salary Range

The anticipated annual base salary range for these full-time positions is $65,000 to $75,000. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, skills, geography, and other job-related factors.

KBRA Benefits.

• A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays in the office)
• Competitive benefits and paid time off
• Paid family and disability leave
• 401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
• Educational and professional development financial assistance
• Employee referral bonus program
• Cell phone provided
  
  

About Us

Kroll Bond Rating Agency, LLC (KBRA) is a full-service credit rating agency registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission as an NRSRO. Kroll Bond Rating Agency Europe Limited is registered as a CRA with the European Securities and Markets Authority. Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited is registered as a CRA with the UK Financial Conduct Authority pursuant to the Temporary Registration Regime. In addition, KBRA is designated as a designated rating organization by the Ontario Securities Commission for issuers of asset-backed securities to file a short form prospectus or shelf prospectus. KBRA is also recognized by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners as a Credit Rating Provider.

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KBRA encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.