As one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. For over 100 years, Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise, which have resulted in a variety of market leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst. At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets, as quality credit analysis is the lifeblood of our organization. With a legacy of over a century, our unique approach to credit ratings offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Embracing a “challenger mindset,” you'll join a team dedicated to innovating service to our clients. Our people-driven analysis thrives on collaboration across all levels and locations, surpassing traditional financial modeling. Lastly, as part of our global community, you'll find inspiration, challenge, and support, with ample opportunities for visibility and influence in the global financial marketplace. Want to learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch Ratings? Visit: https://careers.fitch.group Fitch Ratings is seeking a Senior Director to join its Structured Credit Alternative Products group in our Chicago office. The individual will focus on new transaction proposals that incorporate securitization principals of various types of rated note feeders, synthetic risk transfers, structured credit loan facilities, CLO lite structures, and other private credit transactions backed by debt. About the Team: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">A collaborative, team-oriented work environment where excellent communication skills are essential</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">An opportunity to be a senior leader and coverage analyst at a global rating agency</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">A role that drives debt capital markets in making more informed decisions through timely, insightful, and forward-looking rating actions and research</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Leadership responsibilities, including mentorship and development of junior team members</li> </ul> How You’ll Make an Impact: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Lead and oversee a team of analysts in the ratings analysis on structured credit transactions using proprietary models</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Serve as Chair or senior member for credit committees, guiding rating decisions and outcomes</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Author and review complex commentary and research reports to inform market participants and set industry standards</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Contribute to the development and enhancement of rating methodologies and analytical frameworks</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Represent Fitch at external events, conferences, and with market participants as a senior spokesperson</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Mentor and train junior analysts, fostering a culture of excellence and development</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Collaborate with senior management to set strategic direction for the Structured Credit group</li> </ul> You May be a Good Fit if: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, accounting, or economics</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">You have at least 10 years of experience in the financial industry, with significant exposure to CLOs and/or Structured Finance</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">You possess exceptional analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and meticulous attention to detail</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">You demonstrate high levels of leadership, personal responsibility, initiative, and self-management</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">You can communicate complex subjects accurately and succinctly, both internally and externally</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">You have a strong interest in capital markets and structured finance</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">You are proficient with the Microsoft Office suite; familiarity with programming languages is a plus</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">You have demonstrated experience managing projects and leading teams</li> </ul> What Would Make You Stand Out: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Strategic vision and ability to drive analytical and business outcomes</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Strong leadership skills and a track record of developing talent</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely to a range of audiences</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Open-mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpoints</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Strong reputation and relationships within the structured finance and CLO industry</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Experience in methodological development and implementation</li> </ul> Why Choose Fitch: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">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</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Promoting Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that enable physical, mental, financial, social, and occupational wellbeing</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-friendly policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal">Inclusive Work Environment: A collaborative workplace where all voices are valued, with Employee Resource Groups that unite and empower our colleagues around the globe</li> </ul> Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interest or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work. Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. FOR CHICAGO: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $175,000 and $210,000. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch. #LI-KN1 #LI-HYBRID

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