Senior Director, Head of Transportation Infrastructure Group - London

Fitch Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in credit ratings is seeking an EMEA Head of Transportation Infrastructure based in London. This role offers a unique leadership opportunity to influence infrastructure ratings and develop a team of analysts. The successful candidate will have over 10 years of experience in capital markets, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. The position promotes a collaborative work culture and includes hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment with 3 days in the office.

Continuous learning with training and leadership development.

Retirement, tuition reimbursement, and health benefits.

Family-friendly policies and inclusive workplace.

Opportunities for volunteering and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in capital markets or credit analysis.
• Strong credit background with diverse analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead with inclusive management, ensuring high-quality credit work.
• Develop strategic vision for the team in the evolving infrastructure sector.
• Engage with stakeholders to build Fitch's reputation.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Global Infrastructure and Project Finance Group is seeking an EMEA Head of Transportation Infrastructure based in Madrid or London.

Fitch Ratings, one of the top three credit ratings agencies globally, provides critical analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. With over 100 years of experience, Fitch offers market-leading tools, methodologies, indices, and research. It is part of Fitch Group, operating in more than 30 countries and owned by Hearst.

Credit analysts at Fitch play a vital role in market movements, with a focus on quality and innovation. Our culture encourages collaboration, professional growth, and a challenger mindset. Learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch: https://careers.fitch.group/content/Credit-Analysts/

About the Team:

The Global Infrastructure and Project Finance Group (GIG) covers approximately 700 credits across transportation, energy, social infrastructure, sports facilities, and UK whole business securitization. The team includes around 90 analysts based worldwide, including in Madrid and London.

This role reports to the GIG EMEA Regional Group head.

What We Offer:

• Leadership opportunity to develop a team of analysts.
• A key role influencing infrastructure and project finance ratings in EMEA and globally.
• Networking and visibility within the financial industry.
• Impact on global projects, criteria, and research products.
• Collaborative and open work culture.

Responsibilities:

• Lead with inclusive management, ensuring high-quality credit work and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
• Promote diversity, open dialogue, and integrity.
• Develop strategic vision for the team in the evolving infrastructure sector.
• Maintain high standards of credit analysis within EMEA.
• Represent GIG internally and externally as a persuasive spokesperson.
• Ensure team adaptability and market awareness.
• Engage with stakeholders to build Fitch's reputation and promote collaboration.
• Support DEI initiatives and talent development.

Minimum Requirements:

• Over 10 years of experience in capital markets or credit analysis.
• Strong credit background with diverse analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and presence.
• Understanding of Fitch’s operational and regulatory environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Leadership and talent development experience.
• Strong relationship-building skills.
• Problem-solving abilities and consensus-building skills.
• Experience in employee management.

Why Choose Fitch:

• Hybrid work environment with 3 days in the office.
• Continuous learning with training and leadership development.
• Retirement, tuition reimbursement, and health benefits.
• Family-friendly policies and inclusive workplace.
• Opportunities for volunteering and community engagement.

Fitch is committed to objectivity, independence, and avoiding conflicts of interest. Successful candidates will need to disclose potential conflicts and may be required to divest holdings. Fitch is an Equal Opportunity Employer, evaluating applicants without regard to protected statuses.