Fitch Ratings
US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Utilities & Midstream - Chicago
Fitch Ratings, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Utilities & Midstream - Chicago
Join Fitch Ratings as a US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Utilities & Midstream - Chicago. At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees can exchange ideas and perspectives, irrespective of their seniority. Your voice will be heard, allowing you to have a real impact. We embrace diversity and appreciate authenticity, encouraging an environment where employees can be their true selves. Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us keep a balanced perspective. Fitch is also committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion. US Corporates – Credit Analyst, Director – Utilities & Midstream Fitch’s North American Corporates Group is seeking a Senior Director for coverage of the Utilities and Midstream sector, either in our New York, Chicago, or Toronto office. Qualitative credentials will weigh meaningfully in the selection of the candidate. A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity is critical, along with a demonstrated willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity. What We Offer An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency. A team-oriented work environment. Fitch Ratings is a global company with a presence in over 30 countries, offering opportunities to work with diverse teams and clients from around the world. We’ll Count On You To Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing credit quality of companies in the Utilities and Midstream sectors. Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models. Conduct meetings with Retail & Consumer industry management teams. Present analysis of companies to internal credit rating committees. Involvement in communicating rating rationale to external audiences. Write timely and effective research on topical issues. Participate in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates, as well as other related credit groups. Represent Fitch in panel discussions and conferences arranged by industry associations, regulatory bodies, etc. Mentor junior members of the Utilities & Midstream sector. The role may include managerial responsibilities. What You Need To Have Bachelor's degree at minimum, MBA or other advanced degree a plus. CFA/CPA or CFA candidate preferred. 5-10 years relevant experience, some coverage or knowledge of the Utilities and Midstream sectors a plus. Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus. Expertise in Excel and Word. Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change. Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment. What Would Make You Stand Out Some knowledge of and a keen interest in learning more about the Utilities and Midstream industries. Professional background in capital markets and/or credit analysis and well-developed financial statement analysis skills. Desire to deepen their exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets. A strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization. Fitch is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Join Fitch Ratings as a US Corporates - Credit Analyst, Director - Utilities & Midstream - Chicago. At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees can exchange ideas and perspectives, irrespective of their seniority. Your voice will be heard, allowing you to have a real impact. We embrace diversity and appreciate authenticity, encouraging an environment where employees can be their true selves. Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us keep a balanced perspective. Fitch is also committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion. US Corporates – Credit Analyst, Director – Utilities & Midstream Fitch’s North American Corporates Group is seeking a Senior Director for coverage of the Utilities and Midstream sector, either in our New York, Chicago, or Toronto office. Qualitative credentials will weigh meaningfully in the selection of the candidate. A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity is critical, along with a demonstrated willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity. What We Offer An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency. A team-oriented work environment. Fitch Ratings is a global company with a presence in over 30 countries, offering opportunities to work with diverse teams and clients from around the world. We’ll Count On You To Perform analysis of key quantitative and qualitative factors influencing credit quality of companies in the Utilities and Midstream sectors. Develop and maintain comprehensive financial models. Conduct meetings with Retail & Consumer industry management teams. Present analysis of companies to internal credit rating committees. Involvement in communicating rating rationale to external audiences. Write timely and effective research on topical issues. Participate in the evaluation of other credits within Corporates, as well as other related credit groups. Represent Fitch in panel discussions and conferences arranged by industry associations, regulatory bodies, etc. Mentor junior members of the Utilities & Midstream sector. The role may include managerial responsibilities. What You Need To Have Bachelor's degree at minimum, MBA or other advanced degree a plus. CFA/CPA or CFA candidate preferred. 5-10 years relevant experience, some coverage or knowledge of the Utilities and Midstream sectors a plus. Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus. Expertise in Excel and Word. Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change. Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment. What Would Make You Stand Out Some knowledge of and a keen interest in learning more about the Utilities and Midstream industries. Professional background in capital markets and/or credit analysis and well-developed financial statement analysis skills. Desire to deepen their exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets. A strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside of the organization. Fitch is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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