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Fitch Ratings · 1 week ago

Associate Director - Funds & Asset Management - New York

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings and research, committed to offering value beyond ratings through independent credit opinions. The Associate Director in the Funds & Asset Management group will analyze credit quality factors, lead due diligence reviews, develop methodologies, and mentor team members.

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Hiring Manager
Richard Alagoa
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Responsibilities

Analyze quantitative and qualitative factors influencing the credit quality of funds and structured transactions, including portfolio analysis
Lead on-site due diligence review meetings with fund managers
Develop new methodologies for rating funds and structures based on market demand
Author research on relevant trends affecting the sectors the group covers
Review legal documentation for transactions, including indentures, prospectuses, etc
Develop financial models and databases
Present rating recommendations to committees
Mentor, develop, and direct the group’s team members
Participate in industry events and interact with investors, bankers, fund managers, and other market participants

Qualification

Funds financeStructured financeFinancial modelingSQLExcel proficiencyAnalytical skillsWritten communicationVerbal communicationMentoring

Required

4-8 years of experience in finance, with exposure to funds or structured finance transactions a plus; the position level will be based on the candidate's experience
Sound academic track record to at least a bachelor's degree level, preferably in finance, economics, statistics, accounting, or computer science
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Experience with fund finance, including subscription facilities or NAV facilities
Knowledge of SQL, VBA, and/or other programming languages
Demonstrated track record of initiative and achievement

Benefits

Commission earnings
Discretionary bonuses
Long-term incentives
Other benefits sponsored by Fitch

Company

Fitch Ratings

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Fitch Ratings is a global rating agency committed to providing the world’s credit markets with independent and prospective credit.

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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Key Investors
Hearst Communications
2006-03-15Corporate Round

Leadership Team

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Tracey Perini
Chief Financial Officer
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Laura Porter
Global Group Head - Public Finance & Infrastructure
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