Senior Market Research Associate, Business Relationship Management - Asset-Backed Securities
About The Position
Fitch Ratings is seeking a Senior Market Research Associate (SMRA) to join its Structured Finance Business Relationship Management (BRM) group in New York. As a leading credit ratings agency, Fitch plays a vital role in global capital markets by providing credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary. With a legacy of over 100 years, Fitch Ratings offers professional growth opportunities within a collaborative and innovative environment. The role is part of the U.S. Asset-Backed Securities Business team, focusing on building and maintaining relationships with issuers and bankers to expand the ABS business. The position reports to the Senior Director of U.S. ABS Business and collaborates with senior management to achieve strategic goals.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business, Finance, or Economics
- At least 2 years of relevant work experience
- Knowledge of debt capital markets, ABS or Structured Finance a plus
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective relationship building
- Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills
- Experience using Salesforce is a plus
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with high attention to detail
Nice To Haves
- Highly organized and resourceful with a positive attitude
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Team-oriented with strong relationship-building skills
- Curiosity that fosters the exploration of market dynamics and drivers of business strategy execution
Responsibilities
- Support the ABS business head in managing and developing relationships with issuers and bankers.
- Prepare business development reports and participate in external meetings and conferences.
- Contact external stakeholders, organize meetings, and prepare materials.
- Screen new business opportunities and generate engagement agreements from Salesforce.
- Run pipeline and market share reports for strategic insights.
- Analyze and evaluate data effectively for marketing purposes.
- Update and maintain data in the Salesforce CRM system as well as relevant market research.
- Research, develop, and prepare pitch books, presentations, and marketing materials in collaboration with senior SF management, the Marketing Department, and other stakeholders.
- Work with Marketing and Events teams on ABS events and research distributions.
Benefits
- Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required
- 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
- Employee Resource Groups
- Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations, and opportunities to volunteer in your community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
