This job is with Fitch Group, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Fitch Ratings is currently seeking a Senior Market Research Associate role within the U.S. Structured Credit Business Relationship Management (BRM) group based out of our New York office. 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. 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. The candidate will be a key member of the team. This role will suit someone who is seeking to develop a career in a front-line relationship management/marketing role.
What We Offer:- Many client-facing opportunities
- Small but amazing team
- Exposure to many facets of the CLO business
- Dedication to teamwork
How You’ll Make an Impact:
The candidate will support the senior members of the US Structured Credit BRM Team in managing and developing Fitch’s relationships both internally and externally. This role will have the additional responsibility of supporting CLO investor outreach efforts. The role requires the candidate to prepare and create opportunities and generate agreements from Salesforce. The ability to create and export reports from Salesforce as well as maintain marketing distribution lists. The candidate will be responsible for research, development, and preparation of marketing materials under guidance from senior members of the team. Individual must be self-sufficient and adept at putting together PowerPoint presentations and working with Excel spreadsheets.
The candidate will be responsible for recording, maintaining and interpreting all CLO market share data.
The candidate will be responsible for monitoring Fitch CLO research publications, producing timely marketing distribution content and providing data to the team on viewership. You May be a Good Fit if:
- Bachelor’s degree required, preferably with a degree in business, finance or economics
- Self-starter who can understand objectives, work independently and is highly motived.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate data demonstrated through marketing materials
- Great PowerPoint skills and excel skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Team oriented, with an ability to effectively build relationships both externally and internally.
- High level of focus on work quality and attention to detail. What Would Make You Stand Out: Resourceful
- OrganizedPositiveWhy Choose Fitch: Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office requiredA 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 Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days, matched funding for donations and ample opportunities to volunteer in your community 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 evaluatequalified 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 NEW YORK ROLES ONLY: Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $85,000 and $100,000 per year. 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-EC1 #LI-HYBRID
