Fitch Ratings · 2 weeks ago
Structured Finance - CMBS, Associate Director - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$105K/yr - $135K/yr
5+ years expFitch Ratings is one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, providing critical credit analysis and ratings to global capital markets. The Associate Director will analyze credit strengths and risks of commercial real estate properties, communicate credit opinions, and publish research on CMBS transactions and industry trends.
Financial ServicesInformation ServicesRisk ManagementVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Identify and assess credit strengths and risks of commercial real estate properties, and the related loan structures in U.S and Canadian CRE markets, and property cash flow underwriting and valuations
Use quantitative skills to analyze property and loan level characteristics and industry trends
Communicate rating conclusions to credit committee
Publish detailed transaction reports, rating commentaries and research reports
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
5 plus years direct experience underwriting, valuing or working out commercial real estate
Expertise in Excel and Word
Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills, including ability to multitask
Familiarity with commercial property types
Effective communication skills including strong writing ability
Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change
Preferred
Securitization or capital markets experience a plus
Loan workout and/or lending experience a plus
Benefits
Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
Company
Fitch Ratings
Fitch Ratings is a global rating agency committed to providing the world’s credit markets with independent and prospective credit.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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Hearst Communications
2006-03-15Corporate Round
Leadership Team
Tracey Perini
Chief Financial Officer
Laura Porter
Global Group Head - Public Finance & Infrastructure
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