Fitch Group
Structured Finance - RMBS, Credit Analyst/Senior Analyst - Chicago, IL
Fitch Group, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
As one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. For over 100 years, Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise, which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.
At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets, as quality credit analysis is the lifeblood of our organization. With a legacy of over a century, our unique approach to credit ratings offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Embracing a “challenger mindset,” you'll join a team dedicated to innovating service to our clients. Our people-driven analysis thrives on collaboration across all levels and locations, surpassing traditional financial modeling. Lastly, as part of our global community, you'll find inspiration, challenge, and support, with ample opportunities for visibility and influence in the global financial marketplace.
Want to learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch Ratings? Visit: https://careers.fitch.group
Fitch Ratings is seeking a Credit Analyst or a Senior Analyst to join the Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities Group (RMBS) in our Chicago or New York office.
About the Team The U.S. Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS) group is adding a Credit Analyst or a Senior Credit Analyst to its growing team. This position will collaborate with more senior analysts on transaction analysis; run computer models and perform spreadsheet analysis to evaluate credit risk and cash flow coverage for RMBS transactions; present transaction reviews and analysis at rating committees; develop an understanding of legal and accounting issues affecting a security; and contribute to research reports and press releases.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Analyze critical credit, legal and structural elements of residential mortgage-backed transactions
Assist in the development of ratings criteria, including writing relevant reports and developing recommendations to bolster analysis
Produce quality internal and external written reports including credit committees, criteria, special reports and market commentary
Communicate Fitch rating methodology and criteria to issuers and investors
Deployment and implementation of cashflow models and tools used in the rating process
Lead and/or support research projects
Maintain assigned rating relationships
You May be a Good Fit if
You have a bachelor's degree at minimum
You have 1-3 years of relevant experience
Experience in capital markets, mortgage markets, and/or credit analysis is a plus
You possess strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills
You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
You have the ability to excel in a team-oriented environment
What Would Make You Stand Out
Analyzing critical credit, legal, and structural elements of residential mortgage-backed transactions
Assisting in the development of ratings criteria, including writing relevant reports and developing recommendations to enhance analysis
Producing high-quality internal and external written reports, including credit committees, criteria documents, special reports, and market commentary
Communicating Fitch's rating methodology and criteria to issuers and investors effectively
Deploying and implementing cashflow models and tools used in the rating process
Leading and/or supporting research projects
Maintaining assigned rating relationships
Why Choose Fitch
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
Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.
Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
FOR CHICAGO: Expected base pay rates for the role are between $80,000 and $95,000 per year for an Analyst, and between $95,000 and $105,000 per year for a Senior Analyst. Actual salaries will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related considerations. Base pay is one component of Fitch’s total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch, depending on the position.
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At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets, as quality credit analysis is the lifeblood of our organization. With a legacy of over a century, our unique approach to credit ratings offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Embracing a “challenger mindset,” you'll join a team dedicated to innovating service to our clients. Our people-driven analysis thrives on collaboration across all levels and locations, surpassing traditional financial modeling. Lastly, as part of our global community, you'll find inspiration, challenge, and support, with ample opportunities for visibility and influence in the global financial marketplace.
Want to learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch Ratings? Visit: https://careers.fitch.group
Fitch Ratings is seeking a Credit Analyst or a Senior Analyst to join the Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities Group (RMBS) in our Chicago or New York office.
About the Team The U.S. Residential Mortgage-Backed Securities (RMBS) group is adding a Credit Analyst or a Senior Credit Analyst to its growing team. This position will collaborate with more senior analysts on transaction analysis; run computer models and perform spreadsheet analysis to evaluate credit risk and cash flow coverage for RMBS transactions; present transaction reviews and analysis at rating committees; develop an understanding of legal and accounting issues affecting a security; and contribute to research reports and press releases.
How You’ll Make an Impact
Analyze critical credit, legal and structural elements of residential mortgage-backed transactions
Assist in the development of ratings criteria, including writing relevant reports and developing recommendations to bolster analysis
Produce quality internal and external written reports including credit committees, criteria, special reports and market commentary
Communicate Fitch rating methodology and criteria to issuers and investors
Deployment and implementation of cashflow models and tools used in the rating process
Lead and/or support research projects
Maintain assigned rating relationships
You May be a Good Fit if
You have a bachelor's degree at minimum
You have 1-3 years of relevant experience
Experience in capital markets, mortgage markets, and/or credit analysis is a plus
You possess strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills
You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
You have the ability to excel in a team-oriented environment
What Would Make You Stand Out
Analyzing critical credit, legal, and structural elements of residential mortgage-backed transactions
Assisting in the development of ratings criteria, including writing relevant reports and developing recommendations to enhance analysis
Producing high-quality internal and external written reports, including credit committees, criteria documents, special reports, and market commentary
Communicating Fitch's rating methodology and criteria to issuers and investors effectively
Deploying and implementing cashflow models and tools used in the rating process
Leading and/or supporting research projects
Maintaining assigned rating relationships
Why Choose Fitch
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
Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.
Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.
FOR CHICAGO: Expected base pay rates for the role are between $80,000 and $95,000 per year for an Analyst, and between $95,000 and $105,000 per year for a Senior Analyst. Actual salaries will be determined on an individual basis and may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related considerations. Base pay is one component of Fitch’s total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch, depending on the position.
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