Senior Director - Business Development, Technology, Media, and Telecommunications

Fitch Ratings • New York, NY

289d • $250,000 - $300,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Senior Director with Fixed Income / Debt Capital Markets (IG and/or Leveraged Finance) and client coverage skills to join our Corporates, Business Development and Relationship Management (BRM) team. The candidate will work closely with senior BRM professionals who are responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with Corporate borrowers/issuers and having them engage Fitch for new ratings. We are seeking candidates with backgrounds primarily in Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT).

Requirements

• Minimum of 10+ years' experience in Debt Capital Markets (IG and/or Leveraged Finance), Coverage, Corporate Finance, M&A, or Advisory type functions; such experience likely to come from having worked within investment or corporate banking.
• Ability to travel as required.

Nice To Haves

• Strong understanding of the TMT sector and its dynamics.
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research, develop, prepare, and present marketing messages to external parties highlighting factors that differentiate Fitch and its published ratings and research.
• Oversee preparation of client presentations, market analyses, post-meeting follow-ups, and data gathering for near-term and longer-term initiatives.
• Liaise with other BRM colleagues in New York, San Francisco, Chicago (Banker, PE, and Investor teams), as well as EMEA groups to coordinate firm messaging, target lists, and assist in the development of relationships.

Benefits

• Professional Growth: Work closely with industry-leading professionals and gain expertise in the TMT sector.
• Impactful Role: Directly contribute to Fitch's growth by developing and maintaining key client relationships.
• Dynamic Environment: Collaborate with teams across New York, San Francisco, Chicago, and EMEA to drive strategic initiatives.
• Innovative Culture: Be part of a team that values innovation and diverse perspectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees