Structured Finance - Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities, Senior Director - Chicago

Fitch Group • Chicago, IL

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

Fitch Ratings is seeking a Senior Director to join the Global CMBS group in its New York or Chicago office. The role is part of a leadership team focused on strategic growth and innovation in Commercial Real Estate (CRE), providing Fitch’s opinions and guidance to investors and market participants on Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS). It includes a specialized focus on CRE CLOs, transaction analysis, market research, and criteria development. The position manages a team of analysts evaluating commercial real estate properties and related loan structures in the U.S. and Canadian markets, and guides analysis and communication of rating conclusions and research.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Over 12 years of experience in commercial real estate underwriting, valuation, or a related field.
• Strong leadership skills and a proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and persuasively.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in finance, real estate, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in securitization or capital markets.
• Experience in ratings, loan workouts, and/or lending.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of analysts assessing credit strengths and risks of commercial real estate properties and related loan structures in the U.S. and Canadian markets.
• Oversee and enhance property cash flow underwriting and valuations.
• Guide the team in using quantitative analyses to evaluate property and loan-level characteristics and industry trends.
• Present and communicate complex rating conclusions to senior credit committees and stakeholders.
• Drive the publication of comprehensive transaction reports, rating commentaries, and research publications.
• Lead external meetings discussing rated transactions and market trends.

Benefits

• Retirement planning programs.
• Tuition reimbursement programs.
• Comprehensive healthcare offerings supporting physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing.
• Generous global parental leave plan.
• Dedicated trainings, leadership development, and mentorship programs.
• Hybrid work environment requiring three days per week in the office.

What This Job Offers

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