KBRA · 2 weeks ago
ABS Commercial / Esoteric - Director (NY / Chicago)
New York, New York or Chicago, Illinois
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$160K/yr - $190K/yr
8+ years expKroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is seeking an experienced credit analyst to join their Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) team in New York or Chicago. The role of Director within the ABS group involves engaging in all aspects of the rating process, including collateral analysis and managing junior staff.
ConsultingCreditFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Conduct transaction analysis including originator/servicer evaluation, collateral performance and loan pool analysis, modeling and analysis of bond structure, and review of legal structure and documentation
Serve as lead analyst and primary contact with clients, deal arrangers and investors on transactions
Prepare or assist in the preparation of credit memoranda and presentation of transactions to rating committees, and transaction reports for publication
Lead the development of rating methodologies (as necessary), and special topic and market commentaries
Surveil and monitor rated transactions and update existing ratings as warranted
Attend and participate in investor discussions or industry events (which may require travel)
Manage a team of junior analysts, mentoring and fostering their professional development
Qualification
Required
More than eight (8) years of demonstrated experience in credit analysis within the ABS sector at a rating agency, buy-side investor, credit research, or similar environment
Direct experience in equipment ABS is a must
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
Strong analytical skills relating to transaction evaluation, including asset credit risk assessment, and analysis of asset and bond cash flows
Demonstrated ability to make independent, well-reasoned credit decisions under time-sensitive conditions
Proficient with relevant financial modeling software (e.g. Intex)
Strong oral and written communications skills (writing sample on request)
Exceptional attention to detail
Preferred
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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