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: <a href="https://careers.fitch.group">https://careers.fitch.group</a> Fitch Ratings is seeking a Director to join the Digital Infrastructure Data Centers group in our Chicago office. About the Team: Join a leadership team focused on strategic growth and innovation within the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) sector. 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. Foster a collaborative and team-oriented work environment. 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;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">Specialized role focusing on Data Centers including transaction analysis, market research and criteria development.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">Lead the assessment of credit strengths and risks of commercial real estate properties and related loan structures in the U.S. and Canadian markets.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">Oversee and enhance property cash flow underwriting and valuations.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">Guide the team in using quantitative analyses to evaluate property and loan-level characteristics and industry trends.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">Present and communicate complex rating conclusions to senior credit committees and stakeholders.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">Drive the publication of comprehensive transaction reports, rating commentaries, and research publications.</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;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">You hold a bachelor's degree, with a preference for an advanced degree in finance, real estate, or a related field.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">You have 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.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">You possess strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing and developing high-performing teams.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">You demonstrate advanced expertise in Excel, Word, and financial modeling.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">You have strong analytical, quantitative, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">You exhibit exceptional communication skills, including the ability to write clearly and persuasively.</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;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">Extensive experience in securitization or capital markets is a significant advantage.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">Proven experience in loan workouts and/or lending. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 24.0px;line-height:normal;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients. </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;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">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;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">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;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">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;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">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;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">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;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;color:black">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. #LI-CW1 #LI-HYBRID

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