Head of Country Risk

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BMI is seeking a Head of Country Risk based in our London office.

The successful candidate will lead our country risk division, producing high-quality political and economic forecasts globally. They will support our commercial teams through regular engagement with clients and prospects, and manage a large, global team of analysts.

What We Offer:

• Great development opportunity with high visibility.
• An amazing, collaborative, and high-performing team.
• Generous benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

We’ll Count on You To:

Leadership & Management:

• Manage five regional Country Risk teams distributed globally.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and career development.
• Foster a culture of excellence, dynamism, and openness to change.
• Ensure successful execution of all projects involving the Research team, from system updates to new content launches.
• Act as a senior leader within BMI.

Content Delivery:

• Set standards for timely content delivery across teams.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of country data, forecasts, and analyses.
• Prioritize topics and content collaboratively with the Chief Economist and Industry Head.

Commercial Activity:

• Support engagement with commercial teams.
• Present key global Country Risk views externally.

Thought Leadership:

• Collaborate with the Chief Economist to foster internal excellence and mentor the team.
• Plan and develop thought leadership content throughout the year.
• Build strong relationships across Fitch Group and with commercial colleagues.
• Serve as a leadership nexus among various heads and the Chief Economist.

Product Development:

• Maintain a pipeline of content enhancements.
• Lead execution of new products related to CR content.

What You Need to Have:

• 10-15+ years of experience in country risk analysis, including at least 5 years in leadership.
• Proven ability to lead large, high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Experience in change management within large teams.
• Strategic, global perspective, and adaptability.
• High integrity and professionalism.

Why Fitch?

At Fitch Group, our diverse, global perspectives enable us to accomplish more together. We value every team member and encourage a free exchange of ideas, ensuring your voice is heard and your work makes an impact. Join us as we build innovative solutions and navigate the macroeconomic landscape.