Structured Finance - Commercial-Backed Securities, Analyst - New York

Fitch Group • New York, NY

5d • $85,000 - $100,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Fitch Ratings is seeking a Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) Analyst to join their team in either the New York or Chicago office. This role involves performing Credit analysis on securities loans, providing Fitch's opinions and perspectives on North American CMBS transactions to investors and market participants, and working within a team-oriented environment. The team is part of a global company with a presence in over 30 countries, offering opportunities to collaborate with diverse teams and clients worldwide.

Requirements

• Hold a bachelor's degree
• Have at least 12 months of experience in underwriting, valuing, or working out commercial real estate, excluding internships
• Possess expertise in Excel and Word
• Demonstrate strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills with the ability to multitask
• Are familiar with commercial property types
• Exhibit effective communication skills, including strong writing ability
• Can shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change

Nice To Haves

• Securitization or capital markets experience a plus
• Loan workout and/or lending experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess credit strengths and risks of commercial real estate properties, and the related loan structures in U.S and Canadian CRE markets, and property cash flow underwriting and valuations
• Use quantitative skills to analyze property and loan level characteristics and industry trends
• Communicate rating conclusions to credit committee
• Publish detailed transaction reports, rating commentaries and research reports

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• Dedicated trainings, leadership development, and mentorship programs
• Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs
• Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
• Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan
• Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations, and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level