Structured Finance - Structured Credit & CLOs, Director - Chicago

Fitch Group • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Fitch Ratings is seeking a Director to join its Structured Credit & CLOs group in the Chicago office. This strategic role leads analysis of new and existing ratings and influences debt capital markets through timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research. The Director will lead and manage a team of analysts, prepare and defend rating conclusions before senior credit committees, and oversee communications about rating decisions to market participants. The role also includes developing and publishing research and mentoring junior staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline, such as finance, accounting, economics, or engineering.
• At least eight years of experience; structured finance industry experience is preferred.
• Proven track record of leadership.
• Strong analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to listen to and incorporate others’ perspectives in a consensus-driven setting.
• High level of personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management.
• Deep interest in capital markets and structured finance.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of programming languages.
• Exceptional ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis of new and existing ratings using proprietary models.
• Assess transaction documents, focusing on identifying and mitigating credit risks.
• Prepare, present, and defend rating conclusions to senior credit committees.
• Oversee drafting rating action commentary reports that clearly communicate rating decisions to market participants.
• Drive the development and publication of recurring and special research publications.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, promoting a culture of learning and development.
• Lead and manage a team of analysts.

Benefits

• Retirement planning programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Comprehensive healthcare offerings supporting physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing.
• Generous global parental leave plan.
• Dedicated training, leadership development, and mentorship programs.
• Potential commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, and long-term incentives, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

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