Fitch Ratings · 1 week ago
Structured Finance - ABS (Digital Infrastructure), Senior Director - Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$175K/yr - $210K/yr
7+ years expFitch Ratings is one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, providing critical credit analysis and ratings to global capital markets. They are seeking a Senior Director to lead their Asset-Backed Securities group focused on digital infrastructure, specifically fiber networks and wireless towers, overseeing analytical activities and engaging with market participants.
Financial ServicesInformation ServicesRisk ManagementVenture Capital
Responsibilities
Lead deal teams to analyze critical credit, legal and structural elements of digital infrastructure ABS transaction structures
Contribute to dynamic rating workflows by leading rating analysis on a portfolio of fiber and tower ABS transactions and participating externally with investors, issuers and bankers
Deploy and implement various credit tools and cashflow models to form analytical views and recommendations on fiber network and wireless towers considering all relevant market trends
Stay abreast of sector trends including 5G deployment, fiber-to-the-home expansion, carrier credit quality, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics, and communicate views internally and externally
Assist in the development of ratings criteria for digital infrastructure ABS, including forming recommendations to bolster analysis and make strategic sector decisions
Lead and/or support sector trend research reports and projects
Qualification
Required
BA/BS degree
Minimum of 7-years work experience with corporate finance or credit analysis background in telecommunications, digital infrastructure, or related sectors
Experience or willingness to transition into structured finance/ABS rating frameworks
Experience managing a team
Ability to inspire and strategically plan workflows and progress on multiple projects in parallel
Excellent interpersonal skills
High productivity work-ethic and a results-oriented mindset
Knack for communicating credit views (particularly in writing)
Ability to analyze large data sets including network performance metrics, tenant diversification, covenant structures, and business fundamentals
Strong understanding of credit fundamentals and current economic conditions
Willingness and ability to quickly learn structured finance concepts and ABS rating methodologies
Preferred
Direct experience in corporate finance analysis of telecoms, fiber network or wireless tower companies, either buy-side, sell-side, or rating agency
Exposure to or understanding of structured finance, securitization, or ABS transactions
CFA candidate, or other professional designations highlighting strong capacity for the role
Thoughtful views on technology deployment trends, spectrum allocation, carrier consolidation, and regulatory frameworks impacting digital infrastructure businesses
Passion for revenue / expense forecasting analysis, with practical experience in corporate credit assessment and telecommunications sector trends
Desire to expand your capabilities into structured finance and ABS with the leading team in ABS
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
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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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