About this role
<p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">LevFin Insights is currently seeking a Associate Director, Senior Reporter based out of our New York City office. </span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">LevFin Insights is your go-to source for breaking news, data, and analysis in the global leveraged finance market. An integral part of CreditSights, we cover the debt capital markets, including leveraged loans, high yield, and CLOs. Our team offers in-depth coverage, from individual deal reporting to current market trends, enhanced by our strong industry relationships. Stay ahead with up-to-the-minute insights as we deliver news, data, and research on new deals, market trends, and more. Our unmatched data quality and comprehensive coverage ensure you have the tools to navigate the leveraged finance landscape effectively.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black;background-color:white"><br>Working at LevFin Insights provides a dynamic and engaging setting where team members delve into leveraged finance markets. We promote a culture of excellence and ongoing learning, making it an ideal environment for professionals passionate about finance and market analysis. With a focus on innovation and integrity, we empower our team to make a significant impact in the financial services industry.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#c00000"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#cc0033">About the Team </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">LFI is seeking an experienced reporter to join our growing and dynamic team covering the leveraged loan beat, as well as liaise with high yield, private credit and special situations reporters.</span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#cc0033"> </span></strong></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#cc0033">How You’ll Make an Impact:</span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#cc0033"> </span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Author several stories each day on new deals and trading situations.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Help summarize deal flow and market activity in daily report.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Capture market trends and deliver synopsis for weekly and monthly reports.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Coordinate with team for cross-asset coverage.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Develop statistic-based stories from proprietary data.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Build source list within leveraged finance community.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Represent LFI at industry events and via personal meetings.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Contribute to further growth of multi-media projects, including webinars and podcasts<span class="eop"> </span></span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:10.5pt;line-height:107%;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#c00000;background-color:white">You May be a Good Fit if:</span></strong></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">2+ years of experience reporting on leveraged loans.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">5+ years of total experience reporting on financial markets.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">A drive to break news in a fast-paced environment.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Time management skill / ability to meet multiple deadlines.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Attention to detail and proficiency, or at least familiarity, with financial data.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Positive attitude towards cold-calling, source development.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> </span></p> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#cc0033">What Would Make You Stand Out:</span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#cc0033"> </span></p> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Source list in leveraged loans.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Dexterity with spreadsheet/data analysis.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Knowledge of M&A and private equity transactions.</span></li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt 0.0px;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Knowledge of financial statements, SEC filings and legal documents.</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 8.0pt;line-height:107%;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"> </p> <p style="margin:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif"><strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#cc0033">Why Choose Fitch:</span></strong><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#cc0033"> </span></p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-bottom:0.0in;line-height:normal;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Hybrid Work Environment:</span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location </span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">A Culture of Learning & Mobility: </span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black">Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity</span></li> <li style="line-height:normal;background-color:white;margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:8.0pt;font-size:11.0pt;font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:black;background-color:white">Investing in Your Future:</span></strong><span style="font-family:Arial, 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