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Fitch Ratings is a leading provider of credit ratings, commentary and research. Dedicated to providing value beyond the rating through independent and prospective credit opinions, Fitch Ratings offers global perspectives shaped by strong local market experience and credit market expertise. The additional context, perspective and insights we provide have helped fund a century of growth and enables you to make important credit judgments with confidence.
Senior Market Research Associate
Responsibilities:
The candidate will support the senior US Public Finance Investor Development in managing and developing Fitch's business relationships.
The role requires a basic understanding of the debt capital markets and ratings business. Some exposure to municipal bonds or public fund management considered helpful but not necessary.
The candidate must have strong analytical capabilities coupled with aspirations to develop marketing/business development acumen longer term.
The candidate will be responsible for tracking & distribution of research, and preparation of marketing materials under guidance from senior members of the team. Individual must be self-sufficient. Familiarity with Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations would be helpful.
The candidate will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing quantitative models and databases
The candidate will need to monitor fixed income market news, debt issuances, and to look out for Fitch rating opportunities. He/she will be responsible for tracking deals in the market, maintaining internal reports and internal databases with company/ target and contacts information.
Position Requirements
Bachelor's degree required, preferably with a degree in business, finance, economics or other analytically focused field of study.
Self-starter who can understand objectives, work independently and is highly motived.
Strong written and verbal communication skills along with analytical aptitude.
Team oriented, with an ability to effectively build relationships both externally and internally.
High level of focus on work quality and attention to detail.
2-4 years of relevant work experience
Market Research Associate
Responsibilities:
The candidate will support the senior US Public Finance Investor Development in managing and developing Fitch's business relationships.
The role requires a basic understanding of the debt capital markets and ratings business. Some exposure to municipal credit analysis through prior internships considered helpful but not necessary.
The candidate must have strong analytical capabilities coupled with aspirations to develop marketing/business development acumen longer term.
The candidate will be responsible for tracking & distribution of research, and preparation of marketing materials under guidance from senior members of the team. Individual must be self-sufficient. Familiarity with Excel spreadsheets and PowerPoint presentations would be helpful.
The candidate will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing quantitative models and databases
The candidate will need to monitor fixed income market news, debt issuances, and to look out for Fitch rating opportunities. He/she will be responsible for tracking deals in the market, maintaining internal reports and internal databases with company/ target and contacts information.
Position Requirements
Bachelor's degree required, preferably with a degree in business, finance, economics or other analytically focused field of study.
Self-starter who can understand objectives, work independently and is highly motived.
Strong written and verbal communication skills along with analytical aptitude.
Team oriented, with an ability to effectively build relationships both externally and internally.
High level of focus on work quality and attention to detail.
0-2 years of relevant work experience
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UNITED STATES ONLY: As part of its continued efforts to maintain a safe workplace for employees, Fitch requires that all employees who receive a written offer of employment on or after October 4, 2021 be fully vaccinated (as defined by the CDC) against the coronavirus by the first day of employment as a condition of employment, to the extent permitted by applicable law. Fitch will consider requests for reasonable accommodations due to medical and/or religious reasons on an individual basis in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
