RMBS Ratings Lead London (Hybrid)

KBRA; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Pension plan

Education support

Paid time off

Disability leave

Referral bonus

Job summary

KBRA is seeking an Associate to join our RMBS team in the London office. The role leads ratings analysis, project managing the ratings process from start to finish and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will perform quantitative modelling of issuance structures and cash flows, prepare memos and reports, and clearly communicate KBRA's credit views. Requires strong Excel skills and 3+ years RMBS experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree a plus.
• 3+ years of RMBS or similar asset experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of credit risk concepts and market dynamics.
• Proficiency in Excel; VBA experience helpful for large data sets.

Responsibilities

• Lead ratings analyst for RMBS, managing the ratings process end-to-end.
• Quantitative modelling of issuance structures and cash flows using Intex or similar tools.
• Prepare credit committee memos and write presale, new issuance and surveillance reports.
• Communicate KBRA views to market participants and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Represent KBRA in risk reviews and conferences; surveil rated transactions.
• Apply KBRA structured finance methodologies to mortgage portfolios and other assets.
• Learn and develop under senior team members; support on-the-job delivery.

Skills

RMBS experience

Credit risk understanding

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel (VBA)

Job description

KBRA is seeking an Associate to join our RMBS team in the London office. The role leads ratings analysis, project managing the ratings process from start to finish and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will perform quantitative modelling of issuance structures and cash flows, prepare memos and reports, and clearly communicate KBRA's credit views. Requires strong Excel skills and 3+ years RMBS experience.