KBRA · 10 hours ago
ABS Commercial / Esoteric – Analyst / Senior Analyst (NY / Chicago)
New York, New York or Chicago, Illinois
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$75K/yr - $95K/yr
0+ years expKroll Bond Rating Agency is seeking a credit analyst to join their Commercial Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) team. The role involves conducting transaction analyses, preparing credit memoranda, and engaging in ongoing surveillance of rated transactions.
ConsultingCreditFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Conduct and assist in transaction analysis including originator/servicer evaluation, collateral performance analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation
Assist in the preparation of credit memoranda and presentation of transactions to rating committees
Prepare and contribute to individual transaction reports for publication
Assist in the publication of market commentaries related to topical events or research
Engage in ongoing surveillance of rated transactions and updating ratings as warranted
Attend and participate in seller/servicer due diligence
Willingness to travel as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Analyst level: Zero to two years of experience in performing credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment
Senior Analyst level: Minimum of two or more years of experience in performing credit analysis within the ABS sector at a Rating Agency, Buy-Side Investor, Credit Research, or similar environment
Exceptional attention to detail
Strong oral and written communications skills (writing sample on request)
Strong Excel skills (excel test may be administered as part of the interview process)
Ability to take initiative, work independently, and work closely with partners in a collaborative environment
Willingness to travel as needed
Preferred
Knowledge in commercial ABS asset classes (including, for example, data centers, communications infrastructure, equipment, or aviation)
Proficient with relevant financial modeling software (e.g. Intex)
Familiarity with Generative AI tools such as ChatGPT for research, data insights, and general productivity
Benefits
A hybrid work schedule (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday in the office)
Competitive benefits and paid time off
Paid family and disability leave
401(k) plan, including employer match (100% vested)
Educational and professional development financial assistance
Employee referral bonus program
Company
KBRA
Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) was founded in 2010 to restore trust in credit ratings by introducing higher standards of risk assessment and a commitment to transparency.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$15M2021-12-13Acquired
2013-08-05Series C· $15M
2012-01-17Series B
Leadership Team
Jim Nadler
President and CEO
Bill Wright
Chief Technology Officer
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