Fitch Ratings is one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, providing critical analysis and ratings in global capital markets. They are seeking an Analyst for their Structured Credit & CLOs group in Chicago, where the role involves analyzing ratings on Collateralized Loan Obligations and preparing reports for credit committees.
Responsibilities
- Analyze ratings on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) using proprietary models
- Prepare and present rating conclusions to a credit committee
- Draft rating action commentary reports to communicate rating decisions to market participants
- Contribute to recurring and special research publications
Skills
- You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a quantitative discipline (finance, accounting, economics, etc.)
- You have at least one year of experience in the financial industry, with a preference for experience related to CLOs or Structured Finance
- You possess strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail
- You demonstrate a high level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management
- You have the ability to communicate complex subjects accurately and succinctly
- You have a deep interest in capital markets and structured finance
- You are proficient with Microsoft Office suite; knowledge of programming languages is a plus but not required
- Critical thinking and meticulous attention to detail
- Strong sense of personal responsibility and initiative
- Ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely
- Open-mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpoints
- Keen interest in structured finance and CLOs
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
- A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
- Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
- Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
- Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
- Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe
- Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community
Company Overview
Fitch Ratings is a global rating agency committed to providing the world’s credit markets with independent and prospective credit. It was founded in 1913, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.fitchratings.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Fitch Ratings has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 35 in 2025, 16 in 2024, 37 in 2023, 44 in 2022, 16 in 2021, 25 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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