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Structured Finance - ABS, Associate Director - Chicago

myGwork - LGBTQ+ Business Community, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

Fitch Ratings is seeking an Associate Director to join the Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) group in our Chicago office. The position involves rating ABS transactions, authoring market commentary and research, and contributing to credit analysis in the U.S. ABS market with initial emphasis on auto loan/auto lease and equipment leasing sectors. Responsibilities

Analyze the critical credit, legal and structural elements of ABS transaction structures Assist in the development of ratings criteria, including writing relevant reports and developing recommendations to bolster analysis Deploy and implement cashflow models and tools used in the rating process Lead and/or support research projects Maintain assigned rating relationships Qualifications

BA/BS degree with a minimum of 4 years of work experience; prior experience in structured finance and direct ABS experience is preferred Exceptional communication skills (particularly in writing) and strong quantitative and technical expertise Self-motivated with the ability to manage timelines across many projects; strong time management and organization abilities Solid understanding of credit fundamentals with the ability to quickly learn new concepts and techniques What would make you stand out

Previous experience in the Structured Finance sector from a credit perspective Experience with cash flow modeling or loss forecasting analysis Why Fitch

Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office, depending on line of business and location A culture of learning and mobility with dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs Comprehensive healthcare offerings supporting physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan Inclusive work environment with Employee Resource Groups Paid volunteer days and matched donations Fitch is committed to providing objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. Employees must avoid conflicts of interest. If selected, you may be asked to declare any securities holdings or conflicts prior to commencing employment. 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 range from $110,000 to $135,000, with compensation determined by education, training, experience, and performance.

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