Structured Finance - Alternative Structured Credit, Senior Director - London

Fitch Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading credit rating agency is seeking a Senior Director for its Alternative Structured Credit group in London. This role involves leading analysts in credit ratings analysis, guiding credit committee decisions, and enhancing rating methodologies. The ideal candidate has a quantitative background with 10 years in finance, exceptional analytical skills, and a passion for capital markets. The role also includes mentoring junior staff, representing the company at industry events, and driving team performance. The work environment is hybrid with a strong culture of learning and development.

Benefits

Retirement planning

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive healthcare offerings

Flexible work environment

Leadership development programs

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in the financial industry, especially with CLOs and/or Structured Finance.
• Strong interest in capital markets and structured finance.
• Ability to convey complex subjects clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of analysts in ratings analysis on structured credit transactions.
• Mentor and train junior analysts.
• Represent Fitch at external events as a senior spokesperson.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Interest in capital markets

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, accounting or economics

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

As one of the world’s top three credit rating agencies, Fitch Ratings plays a critical role in global capital markets by providing supplementary credit analysis, ratings, research, and commentary to financial market participants. For over 100 years, Fitch Ratings has been creating value for global markets through its rigorous analysis and deep expertise, which have resulted in a variety of market‑leading tools, methodologies, indices, research, and analytical products. Fitch Ratings is part of Fitch Group, a global leader in financial information services with operations in more than 30 countries, which also includes Fitch Solutions. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

At Fitch Ratings, credit analysts play a pivotal role in moving markets, as quality credit analysis is the lifeblood of our organisation. With a legacy of over a century, our unique approach to credit ratings offers unmatched opportunities for professional growth. Embracing a “challenger mindset,” you’ll join a team dedicated to innovating service to our clients. Our people‑driven analysis thrives on collaboration across all levels and locations, surpassing traditional financial modelling. Lastly, as part of our global community, you’ll find inspiration, challenge, and support, with ample opportunities for visibility and influence in the global financial marketplace.

Want to learn more about a career as a credit analyst at Fitch Ratings? Visit: https://careers.fitch.group.

Fitch Ratings is seeking a Senior Director to join its Alternative Structured Credit group in our London office.

The individual will focus on new transaction proposals that incorporate securitisation principals of various types of rated note feeders, synthetic risk transfers, structured credit loan facilities, CLO lite structures, and other private credit transactions backed by debt.

About the Team

• A collaborative, team‑oriented work environment where excellent communication skills are essential
• An opportunity to be a senior leader and coverage analyst at a global rating agency
• A role that drives debt capital markets in making more informed decisions through timely, insightful, and forward‑looking rating actions and research
• Leadership responsibilities, including mentorship and development of junior team members

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Lead and oversee a team of analysts in the ratings analysis on structured credit transactions using proprietary models
• Serve as Chair or senior member for credit committees, guiding rating decisions and outcomes
• Author and review complex commentary and research reports to inform market participants and set industry standards
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of rating methodologies and analytical frameworks
• Represent Fitch at external events, conferences, and with market participants as a senior spokesperson
• Mentor and train junior analysts, fostering a culture of excellence and development
• Collaborate with senior management to set strategic direction for the Structured Credit group

You May be a Good Fit if:

• You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, accounting, or economics
• You have at least 10 years of experience in the financial industry, with significant exposure to CLOs and/or Structured Finance
• You possess exceptional analytical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and meticulous attention to detail
• You demonstrate high levels of leadership, personal responsibility, initiative, and self‑management
• You can communicate complex subjects accurately and succinctly, both internally and externally
• You have a strong interest in capital markets and structured finance
• You are proficient with the Microsoft Office suite; familiarity with programming languages is a plus
• You have demonstrated experience managing projects and leading teams

What Would Make You Stand Out

• Strategic vision and ability to drive analytical and business outcomes
• Strong leadership skills and a track record of developing talent
• Ability to convey complex subjects clearly and concisely to a range of audiences
• Open‑mindedness and ability to understand alternative viewpoints
• Strong reputation and relationships within the structured finance and CLO industry
• Experience in methodological development and implementation

Why Choose Fitch

• Hybrid Work Environment: 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 programmes designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning and tuition reimbursement programmes 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

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 Affluent Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law.