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Fitch Ratings · 1 day ago

Senior Associate, Reporter

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

2+ years exp

Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. They are currently seeking a Special Situations Reporter to focus on capital market news and commentary related to corporate high yield bonds and leveraged loans, particularly for companies facing financial distress.

Financial ServicesInformation ServicesRisk ManagementVenture Capital

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Build a network of Wall Street sources to deliver exclusive, source-driven news and insight pieces

Produce real-time stories throughout each market session

Identify market trends and write timely insight pieces for a sophisticated audience of banks, asset managers and advisory firms

Be a team player – willing to collaborate with complementary Fitch Solutions teams such as Covenant Review and CreditSights as we work toward team goals and further growth of LFI ’s special situations platform

Qualification

Financial market analysisCorporate credit knowledgeCommunication skillsCritical thinkingCuriosityResourcefulnessSource networkFinancial statementsTeam collaboration

Required

A drive to break news in a fast-paced environment

Strong communication skills to drive internal collaboration and build external relationships across the capital markets arena

Accuracy, ability to meet deadlines and produce insightful stories

Curiosity; high aptitude for critical thinking and willingness to dive deep into the details

Proficiency, or at least familiarity, with financial data

2+ years covering financial markets or business is preferred

We will consider early-career candidates who need additional training, as well as senior level candidates with years of experience and high-level expertise

Preferred

General resourcefulness and street smarts

History of uncovering important stories and scoops in whatever beat you've been assigned

Experience covering corporate credit markets, particularly distressed credits

Source network in the corporate credit markets

Knowledge of financial statements, SEC filings and legal documents

Benefits

Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 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