Research Associate

Fitch Group; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading credit research firm in Glasgow is looking for a Research Associate to conduct detailed financial analysis and support credit evaluations. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in finance or related fields, attention to detail, and experience with data analysis. This opportunity promotes a hybrid work model, enabling professional growth in a collaborative environment. Join a firm renowned for its independent credit research, delivering insights that empower investment decisions.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Continuous learning opportunities

Retirement planning

Healthcare benefits

Generous parental leave

Employee Resource Groups

Qualifications

• Foundational understanding of accounting and finance principles required.
• Experience working with structured data is necessary.
• Strong attention to detail is essential for high-quality analytical outputs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed reviews of financial statements for credit analysis.
• Perform research on company performance and industry trends.
• Ensure the accuracy of data through quality assurance processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data interpretation

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Degree in accounting, finance, economics, mathematics, data science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Python

Job description

CreditSights is currently seeking a Research Associate based out of our Glasgow office.

Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, CreditSights continues to offer award-winning, unbiased research on global credit markets, empowering clients to make informed investment decisions. With offices in New York, London, Singapore, Glasgow, Denver, and Charlotte, we serve a diverse global institutional client base, including banks, investment advisors, mutual funds, and hedge funds. As a leading voice in credit research, our expert insights are featured in top publications such as Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal, and Financial Times. As a Fitch Solutions Company, CreditSights provides a dynamic environment fostering professional growth and innovation, where you collaborate with seasoned analysts to deliver critical intelligence in complex financial markets.

Working at CreditSights offers the chance to be part of a premier independent credit research firm, renowned for its in-depth analysis and insights. You'll collaborate with a team of seasoned analysts, delivering critical intelligence that helps clients navigate complex financial markets. This dynamic environment encourages professional growth and innovation, enabling you to make a meaningful impact in the field of credit research.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Conduct detailed reviews of financial statements and company reports for corporate and financial institutions to support credit analysis
• Perform research on company financial performance and industry trends to inform investment decisions
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of data through rigorous quality assurance processes
• Contribute to the creation of client-facing reports and research products
• Collaborate with internal analysts and product specialists to enhance research outputs and deliver actionable insights

You May be a Good Fit if

• You hold a degree in accounting, finance, economics, mathematics, data science, or a related field
• You have a foundational understanding of accounting and finance principles
• You have experience working with structured data and can interpret complex datasets to extract meaningful insights
• You demonstrate strong attention to detail and consistently produce high-quality analytical outputs
• You possess excellent written and verbal communication skill

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including VBA) and the Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with Python and data analysis libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy)
• Ability to thrive under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• A collaborative mindset with enthusiasm for working in a team-oriented setting
• Proactive attitude and eagerness to shape your role and contribute to business growth
• Familiarity with credit markets, fixed income, or financial analysis

Why Choose Fitch

• Hybrid Work Environment: 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• 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
• 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 evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and any other status protected by law.