Fitch Ratings · 1 week ago
Managing Director, Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) - New York
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$275K/yr - $325K/yrFitch Ratings is a leading global credit ratings agency, and they are seeking a Managing Director to lead the Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) industry family. The role involves managing a team of analysts, overseeing ratings processes, and representing Fitch externally at a senior level.
Financial ServicesInformation ServicesRisk ManagementVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Have direct managerial responsibility for a team of ~40 analysts covering more than 400 public and private debt issuers, including investment-grade and speculative-grade rated companies
Articulate Fitch’s credit views and sector outlook in meetings, conference calls, and industry roundtables, as well as in written research, in an engaging and dynamic manner
Foster a positive and collaborative work environment in the TMT team and contribute to the overall ethos of the U.S. and Canada Corporates rating team in a manner that prioritizes and advances Fitch’s strategic goals
Be a highly visible presence for the external stakeholders in the ratings process, including industry management teams, private equity sponsors, buyside and sell-side analysts, and the media
Qualification
Required
Has broad and deep knowledge across TMT sectors and the macroeconomic, regulatory, and credit trends that influence corporate debt issuers in these industries
Has experience leading effective, high-performing teams at substantial scale, with demonstrated success managing multiple sector teams/geographies and building robust succession pipelines
Has demonstrated an ability to develop talent and foster potential of junior analysts
Has prior experience at a credit rating agency or in a closely related credit role (e.g., corporate credit analysis, capital markets)
Understands the functioning of the debt capital markets
Has a network of relationships within the debt capital markets and TMT sector
Substantial relevant experience in a capital markets and/or credit analysis role
Superior communication and influencing skills for cross-team and cross-region collaboration; ability to drive change and foster innovation; ability to manage high-performing, inclusive teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity
A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity and a life-long learning mindset
Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change
Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment
Preferred
CFA preferred
Benefits
Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required
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.
Founded in 1913
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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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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