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Fitch Ratings · 1 day ago

Director, Senior Reporter, US

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$170K/yr - $180K/yr

5+ years exp

Fitch Ratings is seeking a Senior Reporter/Editor for their LevFin Insights team, focusing on capital market news and commentary. The role involves leading reporting efforts, developing other reporters, and delivering exclusive news on distressed companies in the corporate credit market.

Financial ServicesInformation ServicesRisk ManagementVenture Capital

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Take on a player/coach role and mindset. You’ll be leading by example through your active daily reporting while also devoting energy to developing other reporters through editing, workflow oversight and story guidance

Lead newsroom efforts around story ideation and overall content strategy

Take ownership of growth initiatives that will expand and sharpen coverage

Leverage your existing network of corporate credit market sources to deliver exclusive, source-driven news and insight pieces

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

Spearhead collaboration 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

Corporate credit market expertiseFinancial data proficiencyLeadership experienceEditing experienceCuriosityCommunication skillsCritical thinkingResourcefulnessDeadline managementInsightful storytellingTeam management

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

Leadership experience

Track record of success in high-pressure environments where multi-tasking is essential

Accuracy, ability to meet deadlines and produce insightful stories

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

Extensive source network of corporate credit market contacts

Expert knowledge of corporate credit markets, particularly distressed companies

Proficiency with financial data

5+ years covering financial markets

Preferred

Experience managing a team

Editing experience

General resourcefulness and street smarts

History of uncovering important stories and scoops

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