Credit Analyst, Senior Analyst, Global Infrastructure and Project Finance Group - Chicago

At Fitch, we have an open culture where employees are able to exchange ideas and perspectives throughout the organization, 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.

Fitch ratings is currently seeking a Senior Analyst based out of our New York, Chicago, and Toronto office. As one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets. Credit analysts here are pivotal to moving markets, and you will join a team dedicated to innovating service to our clients while thriving on collaboration across all levels and locations.

About the Team The Global Infrastructure and Project Finance Group (GIG) covers approximately 700 credits primarily across transportation (airports, toll roads, seaports and rail), energy (thermal and renewable power, oil & gas and transmission), social infrastructure, sports facilities and UK whole business securitization. The group comprises approximately 80 analysts, based in Fitch’s offices in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Austin, Toronto, London, Paris, Milan, Sao Paulo, Bogotá, Monterrey, Ciudad del México and Sydney. How You’ll Make an Impact Working on leading ratings analysis, execution, and research on new and existing North American infrastructure transactions.

Evaluating innovative credit structures and participating in global criteria development. Identifying relevant trends, assessing their credit impact and highlighting these trends in updated industry and market focused reports and presentations. Gathering and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data and legal documents to produce ratings, publish credit reports, and contribute to special research reports.

Meeting with senior management of entities, project sponsors, investment bankers and financial advisors, under guidance of senior team members, to produce ratings and reports for general publication. The position has high visibility and solid growth potential. You May be a Good Fit If 3+ years of project finance and infrastructure credit experience gained in a bank credit department, a rating agency, buy side credit department, or similar.

Solid writing and verbal communication skills. Excellent modelling skills and thorough familiarity with spreadsheet-based financial models. Ability to read and fully comprehend complex structures and to ask probing questions of issuers and their advisers.

Demonstrated ability to lead and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work to tight deadlines and display a strong degree of flexibility to take on additional responsibilities as required. Presentation skills.

What Would Make You Stand Out Rating agency experience. Ratings advisory work. A deep understanding of and a keen interest in infrastructure and project finance.

A professional background in capital markets and/or credit analysis. Experience interpreting complex legal documents such as bank agreements and bond indentures. A strong pattern of leadership and the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside the organization.

CFA certification. Master’s degree in Finance, Business or Public Administration preferred. Why Choose Fitch Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required.

A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure continuous learning. Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs. Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive health care offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing.

Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies including a generous global parental leave plan. Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower colleagues around the globe. Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in the community.

Base Pay Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $85,000 and $110,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on education, training, experience, past performance and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.

Equal Opportunity Employer Fitch is a proud Equal Opportunity and Affiliated Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Conflict of Interest To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, employees must take precautions to avoid conflicts of interest or appearances of a conflict of interest.

Successful candidates will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr