Senior Analyst, US Corporates - Technology, Media & Telecom - Chicago

Fitch Group • Chicago, IL

289d • $100,000 - $110,000

About The Position

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 offers 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 you to make important credit judgments with confidence. Fitch is seeking a Senior Analyst for coverage of the Telecommunications, Media, and Technology sector based out of our New York, Chicago, or Toronto office. Qualitative credentials will weigh meaningfully in the selection of the candidate. A healthy sense of intellectual curiosity is critical, along with a willingness and ability to attack and explain topics of analytical complexity. Fitch is a team-oriented work environment, so excellent communication skills are essential, as is a high productivity work-ethic and results oriented mindset.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree at minimum, MBA or other advanced degree a plus
• CFA candidate preferred, CFA/CPA a plus
• 3 years relevant experience, some coverage or knowledge of the Technology, Media, Telecom or Business Services sectors a plus
• Advanced English level (verbal and written)
• Capital markets and/or credit analysis experience a plus
• Strong understanding of Excel and Word
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to shift fluidly between multiple projects as priorities change
• Ability to excel in a team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

• Has some knowledge and/or a keen interest in the Telecommunications, Media, Technology and Business Services industries, including Cell Towers, Satellites, Hardware, Software, Cable/Broadband/Fiber and Advertising sectors
• Has a professional background in capital markets, credit, financial and/or strategic analysis, plus a solid understanding of financial statements has solid financial statement analysis skills
• Wants to deepen their exposure to and understanding of the debt capital markets
• Is a strong team player with the ability to proactively and successfully interact with various stakeholders, both within and outside the organization
• Has an ultimate career objective of developing a reputation as a credit expert and an industry authority
• Enjoys critical thinking, including developing and sharing well-reasoned opinions

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative analysis including comprehensive financial statement forecasting, comparable analysis and bankruptcy evaluation
• Perform qualitative analysis focused on factors such as business models, competitive strengths, management strategy, industry analysis and regulatory considerations
• Assist lead analysts in developing credit rating recommendations through extensive research and financial modelling support
• Take responsibility for monitoring and proactively assessing a portfolio of companies, including presenting analysis and opinion recommendations to credit committees
• Assist in maintaining Fitch's financial databases
• Participate in meetings with Technology, Media, Telecom and Business Services industry executive-level management teams to strengthen understanding of their business and industry
• Support and contribute to research publications for the team and Fitch's Leveraged Finance initiative

Benefits

• An opportunity to be a lead coverage analyst at a global rating agency
• A team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to work with diverse teams and clients from around the world
• Career advancement towards developing a reputation as a thought leader
• Extensive credit and financial analysis curriculum
• Working directly with highly experienced sector analysts
• Responsibility for increasingly complex and high-profile coverage

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree