Fitch Ratings
Managing Director, U.S. & Canada Utilities and Midstream - Chicago
Fitch Ratings, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Managing Director, U.S. & Canada Utilities and Midstream - Chicago
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Fitch Ratings Overview Fitch Ratings’ U.S. & Canada Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance (CIPF) Rating team is seeking a Managing Director to lead the Corporates Utilities team in our New York, Chicago or Toronto office. The role reports to the Head of the U.S. & Canada Utilities and Midstream team within the CIPF group. The role entails leading a team of 25 analysts covering more than 150 public and private debt issuers, including investment-grade and speculative-grade rated companies. About Fitch Ratings As one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch provides credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, with operations in more than 30 countries and dual headquarters in London and New York. Fitch is owned by Hearst. The Ideal Candidate Has experience leading effective and highly functional teams; Has demonstrated the ability to develop talent and foster potential of junior analysts; Has a professional background in corporate credit, including well-developed financial statement analysis and financial modeling skills; Understands the functioning of the debt capital markets; Has a network of relationships within the debt capital markets and/or Utilities sector. What We Offer An opportunity to lead a sector team at a global credit rating agency; An opportunity to manage, train and mentor junior analysts; A role and platform that helps the debt capital markets make more informed decisions via timely, insightful and forward-looking rating actions and research. We’ll Count On You To Have direct managerial responsibility for a team of 25 analysts covering more than 150 public and private debt issuers, including investment-grade and speculative-grade rated companies; Provide credit leadership in ratings process, ensuring consistent application of Fitch’s criteria and methodologies; Articulate Fitch’s credit views and sector outlook in meetings, conference calls, and industry roundtables, as well as in written research, in an engaging and dynamic manner; Foster a positive, collaborative and high-performing work environment in the Utilities team, and contribute to the overall ethos of the U.S. and Canada CIPF rating team in a manner that prioritizes and advances Fitch’s strategic goals; Be a highly visible presence for external stakeholders in the ratings process, including industry management teams, institutional investors, buyside and sell-side analysts, and the media; Champion analytical excellence and operational efficiency by adopting best practices and leveraging new technologies. What You Need To Have 15+ years relevant experience in a capital markets and/or credit analysis role; Experience managing people and teams; A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity and a life-long learning mindset; A demonstrated willingness and ability to tackle topics of analytical complexity; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; CFA preferred; Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change; Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment. Why Choose Fitch Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required; A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Training, leadership development and mentorship programs; Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs; Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare offerings supporting physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing; Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies and parental leave options; Inclusive Work Environment: Collaborative workplace with Employee Resource Groups; Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and matched funding for donations. Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. If you are successful in the recruitment process, you may be asked to declare any securities holdings or potential 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 NEW YORK AND CHICAGO ROLES ONLY:
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $270,000 and $310,000 per year. Actual salaries are determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including education, training, experience, and performance. Base pay is part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which may also include bonuses and other benefits.
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Fitch Ratings Overview Fitch Ratings’ U.S. & Canada Corporates, Infrastructure and Project Finance (CIPF) Rating team is seeking a Managing Director to lead the Corporates Utilities team in our New York, Chicago or Toronto office. The role reports to the Head of the U.S. & Canada Utilities and Midstream team within the CIPF group. The role entails leading a team of 25 analysts covering more than 150 public and private debt issuers, including investment-grade and speculative-grade rated companies. About Fitch Ratings As one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch provides credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, with operations in more than 30 countries and dual headquarters in London and New York. Fitch is owned by Hearst. The Ideal Candidate Has experience leading effective and highly functional teams; Has demonstrated the ability to develop talent and foster potential of junior analysts; Has a professional background in corporate credit, including well-developed financial statement analysis and financial modeling skills; Understands the functioning of the debt capital markets; Has a network of relationships within the debt capital markets and/or Utilities sector. What We Offer An opportunity to lead a sector team at a global credit rating agency; An opportunity to manage, train and mentor junior analysts; A role and platform that helps the debt capital markets make more informed decisions via timely, insightful and forward-looking rating actions and research. We’ll Count On You To Have direct managerial responsibility for a team of 25 analysts covering more than 150 public and private debt issuers, including investment-grade and speculative-grade rated companies; Provide credit leadership in ratings process, ensuring consistent application of Fitch’s criteria and methodologies; Articulate Fitch’s credit views and sector outlook in meetings, conference calls, and industry roundtables, as well as in written research, in an engaging and dynamic manner; Foster a positive, collaborative and high-performing work environment in the Utilities team, and contribute to the overall ethos of the U.S. and Canada CIPF rating team in a manner that prioritizes and advances Fitch’s strategic goals; Be a highly visible presence for external stakeholders in the ratings process, including industry management teams, institutional investors, buyside and sell-side analysts, and the media; Champion analytical excellence and operational efficiency by adopting best practices and leveraging new technologies. What You Need To Have 15+ years relevant experience in a capital markets and/or credit analysis role; Experience managing people and teams; A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity and a life-long learning mindset; A demonstrated willingness and ability to tackle topics of analytical complexity; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; CFA preferred; Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change; Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment. Why Choose Fitch Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required; A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Training, leadership development and mentorship programs; Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs; Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare offerings supporting physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing; Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies and parental leave options; Inclusive Work Environment: Collaborative workplace with Employee Resource Groups; Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and matched funding for donations. Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. If you are successful in the recruitment process, you may be asked to declare any securities holdings or potential 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 NEW YORK AND CHICAGO ROLES ONLY:
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $270,000 and $310,000 per year. Actual salaries are determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including education, training, experience, and performance. Base pay is part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which may also include bonuses and other benefits.
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