Associate Director, Corporate, Infrastructure and Project Finance Group - N at Fitch Group Inc

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Sep, 26

Salary

135000.0

Posted On

20 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Finance, Infrastructure Credit Analysis, Financial Modelling, Credit Rating, Energy and Power Assets, Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Analysis, Legal Document Interpretation, Stakeholder Management, Writing Skills, Verbal Communication, Leadership, Research, Risk Assessment, Spreadsheet Modelling

Industry

Financial Services

Description

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. Our inclusive and progressive approach helps us to keep a balanced perspective. Fitch is also committed to supporting its employees by advancing conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion. Fitch’s Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) have been established by employees who have joined together as a workplace community based on similar backgrounds or life experiences. Fitch’s ERGs are available to connect employees with others within the organization to offer professional and personal support. With our expertise, we are not only creating data and information, but also producing timely insights from every angle to influence decision making in this ever changing and highly competitive market. We have a relentless hunger to innovate and unlock the power of human insights and to drive value for our customers. There has never been a better time to make an impact and we invite you to join us on this journey. Associate Director, Corporate, Infrastructure and Project Finance Group Fitch Ratings’ North America Corporate, Infrastructure and Project Finance Group is currently seeking an Associate Director based out of our New York, Chicago, or Toronto office. What We Offer: Fitch Ratings is seeking a senior credit analyst with 5+ years of solid project finance related experience in the infrastructure sector. The primary responsibilities of the successful candidate will be to focus on the analysis, execution and rating of infrastructure and project finance transactions, particularly those related to energy and power assets in the US and Canada. As an Associate Director, you will have the: Opportunity to take a leadership role analyzing some cutting-edge transactions. Be part of a growing credit team in the ever-evolving energy and power infrastructure space. Involved in a sector that is seeing significant investments resulting in a diversity of new and interesting credits on which to provide independent evaluations. Opportunity to work in an experienced and collaborative team that has an open culture, where employees can exchange ideas and perspectives. We’ll Count on You To: Work on leading ratings analysis, execution and research on new and existing North American transactions. Identifying relevant trends, assessing their credit impact and highlighting these trends in updated industry and market focused reports/presentations. Gathering and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data and legal documents for the purpose of producing ratings, publishing credit reports, and contributing to special research reports. Develop and grow strong relationships with the other analytical groups at Fitch to ensure analytical consistency and efficient execution of transactions that involve multiple groups. Mentor junior members of the team. What You Need to Have: 5+ years of solid project finance related experience in infrastructure. Proven project finance and infrastructure credit skills gained in a bank credit department, a rating agency, buy side credit department, etc. Solid writing and verbal communication skills. An open mind to think expansively about the opportunity and risk in the evolving infrastructure landscape. Excellent modelling skills and thorough familiarity with spreadsheet-based financial models. Ability to read and fully comprehend complex structures and to ask probing questions to 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. 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 in 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 of the organization. CFA. Master’s degree in Finance, Business or Public Administration preferred. Why Fitch? At Fitch Group, the combined power of our global perspectives is what differentiates us. Our global network of colleagues comes together to accomplish things greater than they ever could alone. Every team member is essential to our business and each perspective is critical to our success. We embrace a diverse culture that encourages a free exchange of ideas, guaranteeing your voice will be heard and your work will have an impact, regardless of seniority. We are building incredible things at Fitch, and we invite you to join us on our journey. Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch ratings offer global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise. The additional context, perspective and insights we provide have helped fund a century of growth and enables our clients to make important credit judgements with confidence. Fitch Group is a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries. Wholly owned by the Hearst Corporation, we are comprised of three main businesses: Fitch Ratings | Fitch Solutions | Fitch Learning. For more information, please visit our websites: www.fitchratings.com | www.fitchsolutions.com | www.fitchlearning.com 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 interests 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 Group 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 & CHICAGO ROLES: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $110,000 and $135,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch. #LI-RA1 #LI-Hybrid 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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Responsibilities

Lead the analysis, execution, and rating of infrastructure and project finance transactions, specifically focusing on energy and power assets in the US and Canada. Responsibilities include identifying market trends, producing credit reports, and mentoring junior team members.