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Fitch Ratings · 1 day ago

Structured Finance - ABS, Senior Analyst - Chicago

Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, is seeking a Senior Analyst to join the ABS Group in their Chicago office. The role involves analyzing key credit aspects of ABS transactions and contributing to research reports focused on sector trends.

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Responsibilities

Analyze key credit, legal, and structural aspects of ABS transactions
Support rating workflows by assisting in the analysis and monitoring of a portfolio of ABS transactions
Utilize cashflow models to help form opinions on future performance
Stay up to date on sector trends and communicate your findings effectively within the team and to external stakeholders
Contribute to research reports and special projects focused on sector trends

Qualification

Credit analysisData analysisCashflow modelingStructured financeCommunication skillsEconomic understandingInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

You hold a BA/BS degree and have at least 3 years of relevant work experience (excluding internships)
You have strong written and verbal communication skills
You are comfortable analyzing large datasets and deriving meaningful conclusions
You enjoy working collaboratively and have strong interpersonal skills
You have a good understanding of finance fundamentals and current economic conditions
You are eager to learn new concepts, ask questions, and grow your expertise

Preferred

Direct experience with ABS credit or structured finance is a plus, but not required
Thoughtful perspectives on economic trends and their impact on consumer credit performance
Passion for analysis, attention to detail, and a desire to build a career in credit research and ratings

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

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Fitch Ratings is a global rating agency committed to providing the world’s credit markets with independent and prospective credit.

H1B Sponsorship

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2024 (16)
2023 (37)
2022 (44)
2021 (16)
2020 (25)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
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Key Investors
Hearst Communications
2006-03-15Corporate Round

Leadership Team

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Tracey Perini
Chief Financial Officer
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Laura Porter
Global Group Head - Public Finance & Infrastructure
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