SVP, Credit Ratings - Project Finance

Morningstar • New York, NY

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

DBRS Morningstar is seeking an experienced individual with 10+ years of experience in credit analysis to join its Project Finance team based in New York. Reporting to the Managing Director, Energy & Natural Resources and US Asset Finance, the successful candidate will manage a growing portfolio of U.S. based projects, working closely with members of the team on a broad range of assets classes within project finance and infrastructure finance. The successful candidate will work on a variety of transactions and asset classes as a lead analyst within project and infrastructure finance across the power and energy-related sectors (e.g. gas, wind, solar, hydro generation), bespoke project financings (e.g. telecommunications, digital infrastructure, equipment leases, stadiums, etc.) and broader infrastructure financings (including public-private partnerships, airports, container terminals and ports). The role involves performing financial statement analysis, using financial models, drafting rating reports and press releases, including compilation of rating committee materials and presenting at rating committees. The successful candidate will also be responsible for mentoring and coaching junior analysts, managing the relationships with issuers and bankers as required and ensuring the provision of high quality and timely topical research.

Requirements

• 10+ years of applicable financial analysis experience, with specific credit experience related to Project Finance.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop, coach and manage a team.
• Degree in business, economics, engineering or a related discipline preferred.
• Solid power sector, infrastructure and financial markets knowledge.
• Strong research skills and focus on detail.
• Strong corporate finance and financial statement analytical abilities.
• Experience in legal review of contracts and financial agreements.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong team player with demonstrated ability to work interactively in a team environment.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience from other ratings agencies, Infrastructure Advisory, Bank Project Finance Credit Teams or Buyside Credit strongly preferred.
• Experience in broader PPP and infrastructure industry in the U.S is a strong asset.
• Previous rating agency experience is a strong asset.
• Completion of the CFA or MBA program is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assess credit worthiness and maintain rating opinions of various issuers.
• Develop a deep understanding of the methodologies and criteria for the sector.
• Contribute to the methodology development for the sector(s).
• Produce timely, high-quality credit reports, research notes and commentaries on rated entities.
• Lead the development of innovative topical research and publication of related industry studies and commentaries.
• Build and maintain relationships with issuers and investors.
• Represent DBRS Morningstar externally at conferences, with media, and on occasion with regulators.
• Lead external meetings and internal rating committees.
• Respond to inquiries from investors and media representatives.
• Analytically support business development initiatives.
• Lead the refinement of research products and rating approaches.
• Mentor and coach junior analysts.

Benefits

• 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
• Stock Ownership Potential
• Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
• Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
• Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
• Trust-Based Time Off
• 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
• 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
• Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
• Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Charitable Matching Gifts program
• Dollars for Doers volunteer program
• Paid volunteering days
• 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

What This Job Offers

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