Structured Finance - Director - Chicago

Fitch Group • Chicago, IL

33d • Hybrid

About The Position

Fitch Ratings is seeking a Director to join the Digital Infrastructure Data Centers group in our Chicago office. This role is part of a leadership team focused on strategic growth and innovation within the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) sector. The Director will lead efforts to provide Fitch’s opinions and guidance to investors and market participants on North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (CMBS) and Asset-Backed Securities (ABS) transactions. The position fosters a collaborative and team-oriented work environment.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive experience in securitization or capital markets is a significant advantage.
• Proven experience in loan workouts and/or lending.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients.

Responsibilities

• Specialized role focusing on Data Centers including transaction analysis, market research and criteria development.
• 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.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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 designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals
• Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing
• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively
• Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe

What This Job Offers

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