Senior Associate, Reporter

Fitch Group • New York, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

LevFin Insights is your go-to source for breaking news, data, and analysis in the global leveraged finance market. An integral part of CreditSights, we cover the debt capital markets, including leveraged loans, high yield, and CLOs. Our team offers in-depth coverage, from individual deal reporting to current market trends, enhanced by our strong industry relationships. Stay ahead with up-to-the-minute insights as we deliver news, data, and research on new deals, market trends, and more. Our unmatched data quality and comprehensive coverage ensure you have the tools to navigate the leveraged finance landscape effectively. Working at LevFin Insights provides a dynamic and engaging setting where team members delve into leveraged finance markets. We promote a culture of excellence and ongoing learning, making it an ideal environment for professionals passionate about finance and market analysis. With a focus on innovation and integrity, we empower our team to make a significant impact in the financial services industry. LFI is seeking a reporter to join a growing and dynamic team to fill out a position focusing on leveraged loan and high-yield secondary market movers.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience reporting on financial markets preferred.
• A drive to break news in a fast-paced environment.
• Time management skill / ability to meet multiple deadlines.
• Attention to detail and proficiency, or at least familiarity, with financial data.
• Strong Communication skills to drive internal collaboration and build external relationships across the capital markets arena.

Nice To Haves

• Source list in leveraged finance.
• Dexterity with spreadsheet/data analysis.
• Knowledge of M&A and private equity transactions.
• Knowledge of financial statements, SEC filings and legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Author stories daily on trading situations occurring in the market
• Build a source list comprised of investors and traders to gain insight on situations moving markets.
• Analyze company disclosures and SEC filings to identify impacts on companies’ debt.
• Develop statistic-based stories from proprietary data and write timely insightful pieces.
• Coordinate with the Special Situations team to gather information on private earnings- and earnings-related debt movers.
• Capture market trends and deliver synopsis in weekly, monthly, and sector coverage reports.
• Contribute to further growth of the product by expanding coverage with the development of new secondary market coverage reports or enhancing existing projects such as webinars and podcasts.
• Represent LFI at industry events and via personal meetings.

Benefits

• Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs
• Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs
• Comprehensive healthcare offerings
• 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: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed