Executive Director - Financial Institutions

Scope Ratings GmbH; Paris; In loco; EUR 161.000 - 188.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Descrizione del lavoro

Scope Ratings GmbH invites an Executive Analyst to join its Financial Institutions team in the EU. The role involves assessing credit risk, monitoring ratings, and publishing research on key topics.

You will interact with bank executives, regulators, investors and journalists, chair rating committees, and contribute to new methodologies while coordinating with a diverse, international team across Paris, Milan, London, Frankfurt and Oslo.

Competenze

• Master's degree in finance, banking, economics, statistics, mathematics, or equivalent qualification.
• 15+ years of relevant experience with financial institutions such as rating agencies, investment banks, consultancy firms or asset managers.
• Excellent familiarity with numbers and accounting concepts applicable to banks and with financial ratios relevant for bank analysis.
• Strong MS Office skills including Word, Excel, PowerPoint; VBA, Power BI, CapIQ considered a plus.
• Fluency in English; other European languages valued.

Mansioni

• Carry primary analytical responsibility for a portfolio of up to 20 banks and non-bank financial institutions across several European countries.
• Lead rating committee discussions and communications, including press releases and rating reports.
• Monitor ratings and recommend reviews and changes in a timely manner.
• Act as main communication point between Scope and clients.
• Chair rating committees and develop new methodologies for different asset classes.

Conoscenze

Analytical ability

Strong communication

Leadership

MS Office

VBA

Power BI

Macrobond

S&P CapIQ

English proficiency

Formazione

Master's degree in finance/economics

Strumenti

Power BI

VBA

S&P CapIQ

Macrobond

Descrizione del lavoro

Summary
Scope is looking for a talented, dynamic and results-oriented Executive analyst to join Scope’s Financial institutions team based in the EU. You will be joining a dynamic, friendly and international team with analysts located in Paris, Milan, London, Frankfurt and Oslo. You will be responsible for assessing credit risk and monitoring existing ratings on your own portfolio of banks and NBFIs, liaising with issuers and market participants and regularly publishing research on key credit topics affecting your coverage.

Summary
Scope is looking for a talented, dynamic and results-oriented Executive analyst to join Scope’s Financial institutions team based in the EU. You will be joining a dynamic, friendly and international team with analysts located in Paris, Milan, London, Frankfurt and Oslo. You will be responsible for assessing credit risk and monitoring existing ratings on your own portfolio of banks and NBFIs, liaising with issuers and market participants and regularly publishing research on key credit topics affecting your coverage.
As part of your rating work, you will interact with bank executives, regulators, investors and journalists. You will also be chairing credit committees for a broad portfolio of issuers, ensuring the quality and consistency of Scope's rating processes and outcomes. In addition, you will play a vital part in the development of new methodologies and work closely with other team members to take the next step in further developing Scope’s presence and recognition.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Carry primary analytical responsibility for a portfolio of up to 20 banks and non-bank financial institutions in several European countries.
• Lead rating committee discussions, being responsible for rating recommendations and associated communications, including press releases and rating reports.
• Monitor existing ratings and recommend reviews and changes on a timely basis as necessary.
• Act as main communication point of contact between Scope and its clients.
• Attend, and act as a lead rating analyst on meetings with bank representatives, including senior management.
• Produce high-quality, insightful, and forward-looking research and analytical comments on a timely basis (thematic, name-specific, market-specific, etc.)
• Represent Scope Ratings expertise to investors and other market participants, as well as give presentations and briefings at a highly professional level.
• Participate in the development of Scope’s analytical capabilities, tools and methodologies
• Chair rating committees, ensuring the consistent application of Scope’s methodologies
• Lead the development of new methodological approaches for different asset classes
• Supports the team leader in managing and supervising other Financial Institutions team members, staff and management in Scope Ratings

Professional & Personal Qualifications

• At least 15 years of relevant experience with internationally recognized financial institution such as a rating agency, investment bank, consultancy firm or asset manager, ideally with a focus on bank credit analysis.
• Master's degree in finance, banking, economics, statistics, mathematics, or equivalent qualification.
• Solid understanding of European bank regulations and banking trends.
• Extensive knowledge of different classes of bank liabilities and their risk drivers.
• Excellent familiarity with numbers and accounting concepts applicable to banks, as well as with financial ratios relevant for bank analysis.
• High degree of self-organization with a demonstrated ability to deliver on projects and meet challenging internal and external deadlines
• Reliability and accountability, including the willingness to take responsibility in a proactive fashion.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to think outside of the box and constructively challenge the status quo.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to flawlessly communicate via remote channels with colleagues and clients.
• Confident and professional appearance
• Strong MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) computer skills. Proficient use of VBA, PowerBi, Macrobond or S&P CapIQ are a plus.
• Proficient written and oral communication in English. Fluency in other European languages is highly valued.

The compensation range disclosed may encompass multiple title levels (Scope internal levels of seniority). Your actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to your individual experience, education, and seniority, and the final salary will be determined during the interview and evaluation process.
Pay Band: ED - Financial Institutions
Minimum: 161,000.00 EUR
Maximum: 187,500.00 EUR
Bonus: Discretionary
Benefits: Scope offers an extensive range of benefits, please check our benefits page for more details.

About Scope Ratings

Scope Ratings GmbH is part of the Scope Group with headquarters in Berlin and offices in Frankfurt, London, Madrid, Milan, Oslo and Paris. As the leading European credit rating agency, the company specialises in the analysis and ratings of financial institutions, corporates, structured finance, project finance and public finance. Scope Ratings’ credit risk analysis is opinion-driven, forward-looking and non-mechanistic, an approach that adds to a greater diversity of opinion for institutional investors. Scope Ratings is a credit rating agency registered in accordance with the EU rating regulation and operating in the European Union with ECAI status.
At Scope Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and fairness. We embrace people from all backgrounds, regardless of culture, ethnicity and gender. We ensure that our application processes are free from discrimination. By valuing each individual's unique background and perspectives, we strive to create an environment where all employees can thrive and contribute their best. Our dedication to equality and inclusivity reflects our belief that diversity drives innovation and success.