Fitch Ratings-posted 2 months ago
$135,000 - $170,000/Yr
Full-time • Senior
Hybrid • Chicago, IL
1,001-5,000 employees
Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

Fitch Ratings is seeking a Director to join the CMBS Data Centers group in our Chicago office. This specialized role focuses on Data Centers including transaction analysis, market research, and criteria development. The Director will lead the assessment of 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, and guide the team in using quantitative analyses to evaluate property and loan-level characteristics and industry trends. The role also involves presenting and communicating complex rating conclusions to senior credit committees and stakeholders, as well as driving the publication of comprehensive transaction reports, rating commentaries, and research publications.

  • Lead efforts to provide Fitch's opinions and guidance to investors and market participants on North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) transactions.
  • Foster a collaborative and team-oriented work environment.
  • 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.
  • Bachelor's degree, with a preference for an advanced degree in finance, real estate, or a related field.
  • Over 7 years of experience in commercial real estate underwriting, valuation, or related fields including prior experience working on Data Center transactions or in a related role.
  • Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.
  • Advanced expertise in Excel, Word, and financial modeling.
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Exceptional communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and persuasively.
  • Extensive experience in securitization or capital markets.
  • Proven experience in loan workouts and/or lending.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients.
  • Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location.
  • A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development, and mentorship programs.
  • Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings.
  • Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies including a generous global parental leave plan.
  • Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace with Employee Resource Groups.
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